-- By Laxmi Prasad Devkota
(Translation from Nepali by Padma Devkota)
To break them is so mean.
Don’t you tear the petals, child,
Lest pity, kindness leave unseen.
2. Oh, don’t trap the poor birds,
They’ll curse you with their tears.
Do not kill any animals,
Or death’s roar you’ll hear.
3. Do not hurt anyone,
Their feelings will be sore.
Do not fling the dust, child,
‘Twill only cover your soul.
4. Do not play with muck, child,
The filth will leave a stain.
Don’t hurt anyone’s feelings,
A sting brings tears of pain.
5. Be ever like a flower
Let fragrance bring the smile.
Always cheer the world, child,
Spread good hope, rejoice.
6. God is everywhere, believe.
Heed to thoughts like these.
Never deceive or hide the truth
Whatever happens, please.
