Once and ever

(256)  Varsamukhar rate nrtyera sathe sathe

On a rainy night, with dance,
You came, brightening my heart...
Runujhunu^[1] runujhunu runujhunu runujhunu
Runujhunu runujhunu runjhun runjhun...
With honey-coated music and profuse love,
Shattering the darkness of all my desires.

Your sweet, warm eyes were full of grace;
Your charming voice packed wondrous magic.
Oft You summoned, effused streaming nectar;
Smiling so gently, You gave me great delight.

You made me realize that in this universe
None else will I find so affectionate.

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Diplomatic solution

(255)  Ami tomara lagiya jagiya rayechi

To have Your contact, I remain alert,
Always gazing at Your path,
Threading a garland for You, and
And bearing Your reflection in mind.

Why did You bind me with restraining cords;
Oh why did You bind me?
Why did You set me adrift on my eyes' tears;
Oh why did You set me adrift?
There is no way I can forget You;
What was the need for this great plight?

So, Lord, steal into my mind,
Confidentially, becoming mine.

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Unriddled

(254)  Mana bhese jay sajala haoyay

Mind goes on floating in the damp breeze,
Smeared with fragrance of magnolia.
The unknown lover, He is all the sweetness of life.
Fervently, I summon Him.

Why does He remain far afield;
Why does He not come near?
Oh why does He not gaze at me;
Why does He dance at a distance?
In His cadence and song, I go toward Him,
Who has kept Himself concealed.

No, no, no, He is not far away;
He is the one who loves me best.
In fortune and misfortune, He stays by my side;
Keeping out of sight, He smiles tenderly.
Though unknown, He is not unfamiliar;
About His liila, there's no more to grasp.

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Bridging the gap

(253)  Manera mukure

On my mental mirror,
With vibrant melody,
Your song came floating.
Without my asking,
In my mind,
Appearing, it let itself be caught.

I cannot forget the notes of that tune;
It still calls me time and again.
From my heart to Yours,
It formed a unifying bridge.

All my love, all my eager anticipation,
Rose up chiming with Your melody.

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Unlocking the mystery

(252)  Ke go geye jay surera mayay

Who is He, singing with musical magic,
A rousing rhythm with binding implication?
Dancing He departs, gazing at me,
Not saying a word as if He knows me not.

Transcendent, free from desire,
Sheltering all, absolute virtue—
He pervades every heart and mind;
There's no such thing He does not know.

Profound joy, rightful master,
Merciful, universal God—
Feeling everyone's pain and ever alert,
No one at all does He neglect.

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Relentless

(251)  Aji mor ankhite van

Today, in my eyes is a flood—
What kind of heart have You;
Seeing, You visit not.

I am moving toward You
In Your song;
Musing, You care it not.

Those who love You,
Weep and laugh for You—
Their life story,
Their heartaches,
Hearing, You heed it not.

Nevertheless, I will proceed
Along Your path.
Take note—
No matter what, I won't give up.

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Separation anxiety

(250)  Kena dharay esechi

Why I came to this world—
I have forgotten;
I have forgotten that story.
Why do You not come?
Lord, why do You trouble my mind?

Sent to earth alone,
Distanced and ignored,
What is this love of Yours?
What sort of affection is this?

Lighting a lamp in a dark room,
I am waiting to be with You.
No more delay, time is passing—
Understand my unease.

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