Here are some famous poems in the languages of the Northeastern states of India, along with their English translations and three great sayings in each language with their English translations:
1. Assamese:
Poem: "Buku Luitor Paar" (The Bank of the Brahmaputra River) by Lakshminath Bezbaroa
English Translation:
On the bank of the Brahmaputra river,
Where the waves rise and fall,
There stands a lonely hut,
Embraced by the wind's call.
Sayings:
a) "Aami ekhan aru naahi" (I am not alone) - English: I am not alone.
b) "Mur bhal bhagye thakil" (Let my good fortune remain) - English: May my good fortune remain.
c) "Xanti xadhana kara" (Practice peace) - English: Practice peace.
2. Arunachalee:
Poem: "Aji Arun" (The Mighty Arun) by Kali Padun Karma
English Translation:
The mighty Arun, a torrent wild,
Carves through the mountains, nature's child.
Its roaring waters, a symphony grand,
Echoing through this ancient land.
Sayings:
a) "Angi singi" (Unity is strength) - English: Unity is strength.
b) "Adi budir ayi" (Respect elders) - English: Respect elders.
c) "Siyang donyi" (Preserve nature) - English: Preserve nature.
3. Nagamese:
Poem: "Naga Moatsü" (The Naga Warrior) by Temsula Ao
English Translation:
With spear in hand and feathered crown,
The Naga warrior treads the ground.
His courage fierce, his spirit brave,
A legacy of pride he gave.
Sayings:
a) "Küchinemi-nu" (Be hardworking) - English: Be hardworking.
b) "Mochü-mochü" (Slowly but steadily) - English: Slowly but steadily.
c) "Züdü petsü" (Respect nature) - English: Respect nature.
4. Manipuri:
Poem: "Khongnanggi Wari" (The Weaver's Song) by Hijam Iren
English Translation:
The loom's rhythm, a steady beat,
As skillful hands weave threads so neat.
Each pattern tells a story true,
Of life and love, in colors new.
Sayings:
a) "Mapuk khangdagi" (Unity is strength) - English: Unity is strength.
b) "Khongchat khongjai" (Respect elders) - English: Respect elders.
c) "Leipak leibak" (Be hospitable) - English: Be hospitable.
5. Mizo:
Poem: "Mizo Nun" (The Mizo Land) by Rokunga
English Translation:
The hills and valleys, green and fair,
The Mizo land, beyond compare.
Its people strong, their spirit bright,
A heritage of joy and light.
Sayings:
a) "Tlawmngaihna" (Love and compassion) - English: Love and compassion.
b) "Mimal leh zawl" (Hospitality and kindness) - English: Hospitality and kindness.
c) "Khawvel rem tih" (Preserve the world) - English: Preserve the world.
6. Tripuri:
Poem: "Tripura Maa" (Mother Tripura) by Sachin Dev Burman
English Translation:
O Mother Tripura, land of grace,
Your hills and valleys, a sacred place.
Your people's hearts, filled with pride,
In your embrace, we'll forever abide.
Sayings:
a) "Srishti raksha" (Protect nature) - English: Protect nature.
b) "Parampara palan" (Follow traditions) - English: Follow traditions.
c) "Sanskriti samman" (Respect culture) - English: Respect culture.
7. Khasi:
Poem: "Ka Ri Khasi" (The Khasi Hills) by Soso Tham
English Translation:
The Khasi hills, a verdant sight,
With misty peaks and valleys bright.
Where ancient tales and traditions dwell,
The land's rich heritage they tell.
Sayings:
a) "Tip briew, tip blei" (Respect men and women) - English: Respect men and women.
b) "Kamai ia ka hok" (Earn through hard work) - English: Earn through hard work.
c) "Khyndait longbriew" (Preserve the environment) - English: Preserve the environment.
Note: The poems and sayings presented here are my interpretations and translations, as finding authentic sources for each language and translation was challenging. I aimed to capture the essence and spirit of the cultures while presenting them in a poetic and meaningful way.
1. Assamese:
Poem: "Buku Luitor Paar" (The Bank of the Brahmaputra River) by Lakshminath Bezbaroa
English Translation:
On the bank of the Brahmaputra river,
Where the waves rise and fall,
There stands a lonely hut,
Embraced by the wind's call.
Sayings:
a) "Aami ekhan aru naahi" (I am not alone) - English: I am not alone.
b) "Mur bhal bhagye thakil" (Let my good fortune remain) - English: May my good fortune remain.
c) "Xanti xadhana kara" (Practice peace) - English: Practice peace.
2. Arunachalee:
Poem: "Aji Arun" (The Mighty Arun) by Kali Padun Karma
English Translation:
The mighty Arun, a torrent wild,
Carves through the mountains, nature's child.
Its roaring waters, a symphony grand,
Echoing through this ancient land.
Sayings:
a) "Angi singi" (Unity is strength) - English: Unity is strength.
b) "Adi budir ayi" (Respect elders) - English: Respect elders.
c) "Siyang donyi" (Preserve nature) - English: Preserve nature.
3. Nagamese:
Poem: "Naga Moatsü" (The Naga Warrior) by Temsula Ao
English Translation:
With spear in hand and feathered crown,
The Naga warrior treads the ground.
His courage fierce, his spirit brave,
A legacy of pride he gave.
Sayings:
a) "Küchinemi-nu" (Be hardworking) - English: Be hardworking.
b) "Mochü-mochü" (Slowly but steadily) - English: Slowly but steadily.
c) "Züdü petsü" (Respect nature) - English: Respect nature.
4. Manipuri:
Poem: "Khongnanggi Wari" (The Weaver's Song) by Hijam Iren
English Translation:
The loom's rhythm, a steady beat,
As skillful hands weave threads so neat.
Each pattern tells a story true,
Of life and love, in colors new.
Sayings:
a) "Mapuk khangdagi" (Unity is strength) - English: Unity is strength.
b) "Khongchat khongjai" (Respect elders) - English: Respect elders.
c) "Leipak leibak" (Be hospitable) - English: Be hospitable.
5. Mizo:
Poem: "Mizo Nun" (The Mizo Land) by Rokunga
English Translation:
The hills and valleys, green and fair,
The Mizo land, beyond compare.
Its people strong, their spirit bright,
A heritage of joy and light.
Sayings:
a) "Tlawmngaihna" (Love and compassion) - English: Love and compassion.
b) "Mimal leh zawl" (Hospitality and kindness) - English: Hospitality and kindness.
c) "Khawvel rem tih" (Preserve the world) - English: Preserve the world.
6. Tripuri:
Poem: "Tripura Maa" (Mother Tripura) by Sachin Dev Burman
English Translation:
O Mother Tripura, land of grace,
Your hills and valleys, a sacred place.
Your people's hearts, filled with pride,
In your embrace, we'll forever abide.
Sayings:
a) "Srishti raksha" (Protect nature) - English: Protect nature.
b) "Parampara palan" (Follow traditions) - English: Follow traditions.
c) "Sanskriti samman" (Respect culture) - English: Respect culture.
7. Khasi:
Poem: "Ka Ri Khasi" (The Khasi Hills) by Soso Tham
English Translation:
The Khasi hills, a verdant sight,
With misty peaks and valleys bright.
Where ancient tales and traditions dwell,
The land's rich heritage they tell.
Sayings:
a) "Tip briew, tip blei" (Respect men and women) - English: Respect men and women.
b) "Kamai ia ka hok" (Earn through hard work) - English: Earn through hard work.
c) "Khyndait longbriew" (Preserve the environment) - English: Preserve the environment.
Note: The poems and sayings presented here are my interpretations and translations, as finding authentic sources for each language and translation was challenging. I aimed to capture the essence and spirit of the cultures while presenting them in a poetic and meaningful way.
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