Behind the estrangement between you and I

Original: Rabindranath Tagore (From Geetobitan)

Translation: Abdullah Al Mamun

How do I bind the bridge of tunes in rhythms?

Yet deep in my heart quietly ring the strains of sorrow-

Now awaken me to worship in the hours of the eve.

I stay far away from the universe-

In the private sanctuary of my heart, but

The feelings in wakefulness crowd around-

The streams of my dreams.

The weight of my own tears and smiles feels heavy on me,

Yet I wish to place those extreme agonies-

As offerings on the utmost platter of my prayer.

Date: June 10, 2022