# My Pen, My Prayer #

This poem is a heartfelt prayer for divine guidance in writing. It expresses the poet’s wish that their words carry truth, kindness, and healing energy. It reflects a deep desire for the pen to become a medium of hope, love, and emotional comfort for anyone who reads it.

My Pen, My Prayer

O my Lord, my guiding light,
my Master who makes wrong feel right,
give strength unto this humble pen,
so I may write with truth again.

Let every line I try to weave,
carry a light that hearts believe,
may kindness flow in every word,
louder than hate, a sweeter chord.

Let no feeling be left unheard,
no silent pain without a word,
whoever reads my simple art,
may feel its echo in their heart.

Let me carry prayers I receive,
and give more love than I believe,
may every soul feel calm and near,
and melt away from doubt and fear.

Teach me myself, O gentle Lord,
through every sign, through every chord,
let my pen reflect Your grace,
and leave behind a kinder trace.

(Vijay Verma)
www.retiredkalam.com



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  1. Verma ji, this is truly a soul-stirring piece. Every line flows with heartfelt devotion and a quiet, powerful sincerity. The way you’ve woven faith, kindness, and the gentle hope of healing into your words is nothing short of beautiful. “Let me carry prayers I receive, and give more love than I believe” — that line alone resonates deeply. Your pen is indeed a prayer, and through it, you leave behind not just verse, but light. Thank you for sharing such a graceful and moving poem. 🙏✨

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    • Thank you so much for your generous and heartfelt words. 🙏✨

      I’m deeply touched that the poem resonated with you in this way. When I write, I often hope that the words might carry a little comfort, a little faith, or simply a reminder that kindness still matters. Knowing that you felt those themes within the poem means more than I can adequately express.

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  2. Again, a very touching poem – thanks for sharing, Vijay.

    Starting a task with noble intent, creates more than the output of the activity; it resonates in the immaterial world and permeates the hearts and souls of those beings who are able to open up to love and kindness.

    Warm wishes,

    Peter

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    • Thank you so much for your thoughtful reflection and warm wishes.

      I find your perspective deeply meaningful. The idea that noble intent extends beyond the visible results of our actions resonates with me. We often focus on what we create or accomplish, yet the spirit in which something is offered may be just as important as the thing itself.

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      • Dear Vijay,

        I’d like to share some thoughts personally. It seems to me that placing them here is not one-to-one. How can I reply to you privately? – that is, if that meets your needs; I can warmly accept a ‘no’.🙂‍↔️

        Peter

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        • Dear Peter,

          Thank you for asking so thoughtfully and respectfully.

          I truly appreciate your willingness to share your thoughts more personally. Your kindness in offering me a comfortable “no” speaks volumes about your character.

          At the moment, I prefer to keep conversations within this space, but please know that I value your reflections and would be happy to continue our exchange here. I’ve always found your comments insightful, and I read them with genuine interest.

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  3. Another most touching and well inspired poem. It is quite resonant Sir and I thank you for sharing.

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  4. very nice .

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  5. This feels less like a poem and more like a sincere conversation with the Divine. ✨ The humility in asking not for fame or recognition, but for words that heal, comfort, and spread kindness is truly beautiful. I especially loved the line ‘Let every line I try to weave, carry a light that hearts believe’ it captures the very essence of meaningful writing. Gentle, heartfelt, and filled with grace, this poem leaves behind exactly what it prays for: a kinder trace in the reader’s heart. ❤️🖋️🙏

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    • Thank you so much for this beautiful and thoughtful reflection. ❤️🙏

      You understood the spirit of the poem exactly as I hoped it might be understood. More than anything, it was intended as a quiet conversation with the Divine—a humble prayer that whatever words flow from my pen might carry a little comfort, kindness, and light into the world.

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  6. Love this about words that express kindness and prayer.

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    • Thank you. so much ❤️

      I’ve always felt that words are at their most powerful when they carry kindness. A kind word can comfort a burdened heart, offer hope to someone struggling, or simply remind a person that they are seen and valued.

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  7. A beautiful prayer wrapped in poetry.
    The humility, sincerity, and devotion in these verses make them deeply touching. I especially loved the idea of a pen becoming a vessel for kindness, healing, and divine grace. May such words continue to inspire hearts and spread light wherever they are read.

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  8. Thank you so much for your beautiful and heartfelt reflection. 🙏✨

    I am truly touched by your words. Your description of the poem as “a prayer wrapped in poetry” resonates deeply with the intention behind it. More than anything, I hoped the verses would serve as a humble offering—an expression of gratitude, faith, and a desire to share kindness through words.

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  9. This poem speaks to me. I always pray before I write, and hopefully each writer is guided by the Supreme Being to send the message of hope and love.

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    • This poem speaks to me. I always pray before I write, and hopefully each writer is guided by the Supreme Being to send the message of hope and love.

      I believe that the finest writing is not measured by eloquent words alone, but by its ability to bring hope, comfort, and light to another soul. Whether we call it inspiration, grace, or divine guidance, there are moments when the words seem to arrive from a place greater than ourselves.

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  10. A soulful expression of creative devotion, where writing becomes a prayer for truth, compassion, and healing to flow through every word. ✨📖

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    • Thank you so much for this beautiful interpretation. 😊

      I’m deeply touched that you saw it in that light. To me, writing often feels like a quiet act of devotion—a way of seeking truth, nurturing compassion, and offering a small measure of healing through words. If even a few of those intentions reach the reader, then the writing has served its purpose.

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  11. This is a beautiful prayer, Vijay.

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    • Thank you so much for your kind words. 🙏
      I’m truly touched that you saw it not just as a poem, but as a prayer. It came from a quiet place within my heart—a reflection of hope, gratitude, and faith in the journey of life. I’m grateful that its sentiments resonated with you. Wishing you peace, strength, and many blessings always. 🌷✨

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