Bewailing the Pallor of Pining Love
The work explores the profound emotional turmoil experienced by a woman after the separation from her beloved. She reflects on her own role in the parting, expressing a deep sense of regret and sorrow. The pallor that overtakes her is personified, symbolizing the physical manifestation of her grief and longing. She laments the loss of her beauty and modesty, attributing her transformation to the pain of separation. Her thoughts are consumed by her beloved, and she finds herself speaking only of him, yet she is haunted by the pallor that signifies her heartache. The imagery of darkness waiting for light parallels her experience, suggesting that her emotional state is inescapable and pervasive. The woman acknowledges the judgment of others who notice her sallow appearance, yet she feels no one holds her beloved accountable for the pain she endures. She expresses a desire to protect him from blame, even as she suffers. The work captures the essence of love's anguish, illustrating how separation can lead to a profound sense of loss that affects both the body and spirit. The interplay of beauty, love, and sorrow is central to her experience, highlighting the complexities of emotional attachment and the consequences of love's trials.
By Thiruvalluvar · First published 2000 · Genre: Poetry, Romance, Lyric · 243 words
First lines
She
It is I myself that consented to the parting of my beloved: to whom shall I complain now of my pallor?
Pallor is proud of being his child, and creeping all over my frame rideth on me.
My comeliness and my modesty he hath taken away, giving in exchange nought but the pangs of the heart and my pallid hue.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Thiruvalluvar
- Date: 2000 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Romance, Lyric, Tragedy, Philosophical
- Length: 243 words
- Structure: 1 section, 11 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is written in a poetic form, utilizing meter and imagery to express deep emotions.
- Romance — The central theme revolves around love, longing, and the emotional turmoil of separation.
- Lyric — The text conveys personal feelings and emotions, characteristic of lyric poetry.
- Tragedy — The themes of loss and suffering due to love reflect tragic elements.
Tags
Epic Poetry · Tamil Literature · Classical Texts · Love Poems · Philosophical Themes · Ancient Indian Wisdom · Spiritual Quest · Moral Guidance · Social Commentary · Cultural Heritage · Literary Masterpiece · Poetic Devices