POEM
Bareen Hilal
O silver orb in velvet skies,
A beacon where the dreamer flies
Your light a song, so soft, serene,
A timeless muse, night’s gentle queen
Scarred yet whole, you softly glow
A tale of beauty, scars bestow
Eternal watcher, calm and wise,
You hold the secrets of the skies
Everything created by Allah (SWT) has got its own uniqueness. The Moon, referred as the symbol of beauty has inspired many poets, artists and dreamers. It embodies the ethereal charm of nature. Its brightness and contrast make it stand out; creating an awe-inspiring scene that captures our attention.
Yet, the Moon is a symbol of imperfection. It’s surface has craters from ancient impacts and it’s shape constantly changes(waxing and waning). These “imperfections” mirror the human condition-flawed yet beautiful. Imperfection is beauty. Undoubtedly, “everyone wants to be as pretty as Moon but no one wants spots.” But why? The answer is because of the beauty standards(ideals and perceptions of beauty) we, humans have created. The Moon reminds us that imperfection is not a flaw to hide but a unique story to embrace, making it all more captivating.
The allure of the Moon lies in its unattainability. The phrase ‘reaching for the Moon’ embodies the pursuit of something extraordinary. The Moon is far from us and if it is achieved, it might lose the very essence that makes it special. When something rare becomes commonplace, its value diminishes.
The Moon reminds us that not everything in life needs to be owned. Its true value is its ability which inspires us. Perhaps some things are meant to stay just out of reach, so they can continue to fuel our imagination and aspirations.
(The author is a student class 10)
