Three Line Poem
by Uten Mahamid
In one remote area,
murdering one’s own cat
is the most magical thing
Boatman's Love Song?
A happy and reckless youth I am
As I ply boat on the deep. Menam;
My song shall end and my song begin
In praise of there, my darling
CHORUS: Begin with the head and end with the toes;
My praise shall be strong as the tide
That flows.
Who that has been e’er forgot
Thy pretty hair tied in a sweet knot?
CHORUS: Begin with the head and end with the toes;
My praise shall be strong as the tide
That flows.
Thy eyebrow black, I’m sure that each
Is a shiny as any healthy leech;
No elephant, white, black, short, or tall,
Can boast of such eyes, so loving and small
CHORUS: Begin with the head and end with the toes;
My praise shall be strong as the tide
That flows.
As for thy nose, I’m certain that
None other has come has one so wide and flat;
And the ebony’s bark in its core beneath’
Was never so black as thy shiny teeth
CHORUS: Begin with the head and end with the toes;
My praise shall be strong as the tide
That flows.
Complexion of gold and a high cheek-bone,
Such a lovely bride as my darling Chin.
CHORUS: Begin with the head and end with the toes;
My praise shall be strong as the tide
That flow
Thy frame is as light as the forest stag
And as strong and firm as a rocky crag;
Thy feet and toes (the more good luck)
As pretty and broad as the web-footed duck.
CHORUS: Begin with the head and end with the toes;
My praise shall be strong as the tide
That flows.
Smile of the Rice Goddess
by Jiranan Phitpreecha
Tightening her calf muscles,
She steps on the pestle ...
Tup ... Tup
Lifting and releasing, repeatedly
The husk is pounded,
By firm legs that move
To the rhythm of the pestle,
TukTak Tup .. .
TukTakTup .. .
Her skillful legs,
Neither white or tender
Tip up the edge of her lower garment,
Her movement is strong and skillful.
She lifts her foot to press down the pole,
Press and release,
Press and release,
The sound of pole striking the husk. ..
Tuk Tuk Tup! Tuk Tuk Tup!
Faster and faster she pounds
Again and again she wipes away
the glittering sweat,
But her smile remains
The smile that chokes my heart
Many young women stand shoulder to
Shoulder
Stepping and releasing again and again
The sound of the pestle mixed with
laughter And teasing
When the husk is cracked
Two small hands scoop
The shining white rice from the mortar
Carefully pour it into the winnowing tray
Taralaek! Taralaek!
The grain spins and bounces
To and fro
Nearly missing the tray.
Left and right it sways,
With a rice-dance, hypnotic motion.
Beauty and strength mingle
In that winnowing tray
With sweat that pours freely.
When no one forces it
It pours energy
That spreads a stream of the spirit
Of selflessness
There are no traces of tears in the sweat
With this rice ... the people repay their
warriors
The goddess of rice, carrying her baskets,
approaches
With the hint of a smile
Wipes the sweat from her brow.
Boatman's Love Song?
Reflection
The poem "Boatman's Love Song" expresses the love of a boatman for his darling. The poem is a celebration of the beauty of the boatman's beloved, and it is a reflection of the boatman's happy and reckless youth. The boatman's love for his darling is evident, he describes her beauty in great detail to convey his admiration. The boatman's love is pure and innocent, and he celebrates his beloved's beauty with joy and enthusiasm.
Themes and Symbolism
The themes of the poem include love, beauty, and youth. The poem celebrates the beauty of the boatman's beloved and expresses the boatman's love for her. The poem also reflects on the boatman's happy and reckless youth, which is characterized by his carefree attitude and his love for life.
The poem uses various symbols to represent the beauty of the boatman's beloved. The boatman describes his beloved's hair as being tied in a sweet knot, her eyebrows as being as shiny as any healthy leech, and her nose as being wide and flat. These symbols are used to convey the boatman's admiration for his beloved's beauty.
Cultural Context
The poem is a part of Thai literature and is an example of Thai poetry. The line "My praise shall be strong as the tide That flows" in the chorus of "Boatman's Love Song" states that Thailand is a country with a rich history of water management, and the tide is an important symbol of the ebb and flow of life. The use of the tide as a metaphor in the poem reflects the cultural significance of water in Thai culture.
Literary Techniques Used
The poem uses repetition and chorus to create a lyrical effect. The chorus, "Begin with the head and end with the toes; My praise shall be strong as the tide That flows," is repeated throughout the poem and adds to its musical quality. The poem also uses metaphor and simile to describe the beauty of the boatman's beloved.
Three Line Poem
by Uten Mahamid
Reflection
The poem "Three Line Poem" reflects on the bleakness of life in a remote rural community where there is no joy or pleasure. The act of destroying one's own pleasure is portrayed in the poem as a dreary and desperate undertaking, implying that the inhabitants in this town are so devoid of pleasant feelings that they turn to self-sabotage in order to feel anything, even if it is a dark and gloomy mood.
Themes and Symbolism
Bleakness of life: The poem reflects on the lack of fulfillment and satisfaction in life in a remote rural community where there is no joy or pleasure.
Absence of joy: The poem suggests that there is no joy or pleasure in life in such a community, and the only way to feel something is to destroy one's own pleasure.
Destructive nature of pleasure: The phrase "murdering one's own cat" is a metaphor for destroying one's own pleasure, which is a dark and gloomy emotion.
In the poem "Three Line Poem" the phrase "murdering one's own cat" is a metaphor for destroying one's own pleasure. The metaphor suggests that in a community where there is no joy or pleasure, the only way to feel something is to destroy one's own pleasure. The act of murdering one's own cat is a dark and gloomy emotion that represents the destructive nature of pleasure.
Cultural Context
In the line “An abode of peace” implies that Brunei provides its citizens and residents with a safe and secure environment, free from the constant fear of violence and crime. This phrase underscores the nation's commitment to maintaining law and order. In Brunei, the low crime rate and the strict implementation of laws contribute to a society where individuals can go about their daily lives with a profound sense of safety.
The phrase "a haven of tranquility" adds to the impression of tranquility in the nation. It emphasizes the tranquil atmosphere that penetrates peoples' daily lives. A number of things, such as the influence of Islamic beliefs, the peaceful coexistence of its diverse people, and a social commitment to peaceful conflict resolution, are responsible for Brunei's peace.
Literary Techniques Used
The poem uses free-verse and has no formal restrictions other than the line count of three. The poem is a kind of Thai haiku, but with no real structures beyond the number of lines.
Smile of the Rice Goddess
by Jiranan Phitpreecha
Reflection
Smile of the Rice Goddess is a poem that portrays the pestle crushing of rice by several female farmers, showing harmony and mutual kindness. The rice goddess is a symbol of the beauty and bounty of nature, and her smile represents the warmth and nourishment that rice provides. The poem is a celebration of the beauty of rural life and the importance of community and cooperation.
Themes
The themes of the poem include community, cooperation, and the beauty of rural life. The poem celebrates the importance of working together and the beauty of rural life. The poem also reflects on the importance of community and cooperation in Thai culture.
Cultural Context and Symbolism
The poem uses various symbols to represent the beauty of rural life and the importance of community and cooperation. The line "Thy smile, O Rice Goddess, is the sun that warms the earth" is a symbol of the importance of rice in Thai culture. Rice is a staple food in Thailand, and it is an important part of Thai culture and tradition. The use of this symbol in the poem reflects the cultural significance of rice in Thai culture and adds depth and complexity to the poem's themes of community, cooperation, and the beauty of rural life.
Literary Techniques Used
The poem uses imagery and symbolism to create a vivid picture of rural life. The use of repetition and chorus creates a rhythmic effect that enhances the poem's musicality. The poem also uses metaphor and simile to describe the beauty of rural life. The use of these literary techniques adds depth and complexity to the poem's themes and enhances the reader's understanding of the beauty of rural life and the importance of community and cooperation.