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Originally written by Sri Aurobindo (vegetarian) in 1899, whilst still in civil service, “Love and Death” is an enchanting poem which recounts the tale of Ruru and Priyumvada from the Mahabharata and emphasizes the ephemeral nature of life and the pain and suffering people experience at the death of a loved one.Today, we present excerpts of this mesmerizing poem that describes the short joy the bride and groom enjoyed before tragedy befalls them.“He laughed towards the sun: ‘O father Sun,’ He cried, ‘how good it is to live, to love! Surely our joy shall never end…’”“She, Tearing a jasmine bloom with waiting hands, Stood drooping, petulant, but heard at once His footsteps and before she was aware, A sudden smile of exquisite delight Leaped to her mouth, and a great blush of joy Surprised her cheeks. She for a moment stood Beautiful with her love before she died…”
