Myat Luman Naung (Puti Kone) - Essays by Religious Dignitaries

Dawn

Honeysuckle

(1) How sunrise marks the beginning of the day

(2) Dawn view

(3) Bird sounds

(4) The scene where people wake up

(5) The sound of the Kalatat, the call to Nibbana.

(6) How to be fresh and energetic during the day

(7) My own views and feelings

The Silver Moon has set sail for the western island. Soon the Sun will rise and adorn the world with its rays of light. Humans who have slept peacefully all night will awaken with a clear mind. They will carry out their duties with joy and enthusiasm throughout the day. The dawn, when the Sun's light begins to shine, is the beginning of a blessed new day.

The darkness that had ruled the sky all night had quickly retreated like defeated enemies. The sky, which was full of doubts about whether to stay in the shadow of light or continue in the shadow of darkness, had firmly decided to take refuge in the shadow of light. The clouds, the clouds, and the clouds were also beautiful with golden blood. The Sun King had not only covered the palace of the Hunter-Kyaung Sultan, but also the entire surrounding area with his golden network.

The entire area, which had been silent due to the darkness, came alive. The jade-green leaves, branches, and beautiful gardens were happily jumping with coral-red blood. The fresh dawn breeze was gently stirring the leaves and branches. The entire scene of dawn was filled with beauty.

"The birds are chirping, chirping at the door, it's time for my little sister to eat her food."

Just like the poem by Master Min Thuwan, the little birds

"Bullet, bullet, bullet"

The sound of their cries is so beautiful that it is almost deafening. Their hard work is a model for humanity. They go out to find food for their survival even before the morning sun rises. It is so compassionate.

From the front window, I saw Daw Khin, the baker, walking past. She was already late leaving the bakery. I could hear the sound of people brushing their teeth from the surrounding houses. Looking at the face of Ma Ma May from the house opposite, I remembered the proverb, “A woman wakes up beautifully.” My father’s prayers and the sound of sharing added to the beauty of the dawn. Under the light of dawn, all the people in our neighborhood woke up with renewed spirits.

The sound of the bells ringing (6) from the monastery in the city center was accompanied by the fresh air. Soon, the monks, the sons of the Buddha, would come to receive alms. The loud voice of the Nibbana Sao Kapiya, U Thu Taw, was also heard. I couldn't help but smile when I thought about Maung Lu Aye, who had never heard the bells ringing and the Nibbana Sao in the tenth grade Burmese prose selection book. In our small town, we could experience the joy of the morning that can only be experienced in the countryside and the modern and vibrant morning beauty of the city.

"Let's go to bed early, let's get up early, let's walk early," we can also see some people walking early. We can also hear the soft sounds of schoolchildren, who will be the important people of the country in the future. The vibrant beauty of the dawn is more vivid because of them.

Gradually, the once peaceful environment came to life. The market was bustling with people, the sounds of shoppers were muffled. The scents of jasmine, roses, and jasmine from our yard were also fragrant with the fresh air. Nature had successfully given birth to a new day.

With the rising sun, the heaviness of human life has disappeared. The farmers, students, and civil servants are happy and energetic, fulfilling their duties. They will carry out their own interests, the interests of their families, and the interests of the country with enthusiasm throughout the day. In fact, this dawn is the time to bring about the freshness and vitality of the day.

The dawn that began with silence and peace will soon end due to the impermanence of the mind. But the dawn, as the poem says, “Nature gives beauty to each, talent to each,” always shares its beauty regardless of the countryside, city, or town. As long as nature exists, this lovely dawn will surely appear many times.

However, this dawn is precious to all human beings. At that time, it is important to learn to enjoy the blessings, as the saying goes, “A good beginning is a sure end.” We should welcome the dawn with all three aspects of our body, mind, and heart, cultivating them to be holy.

Sunrise

Phyu Hnin Soe

(1) Watching the sunrise one morning (Introduction)

(2) Sunrise view

(3) The way the sun rises

(4) Sky view

(5) Environmental view

(6) Bird sounds

(7) The scene of people waking up

(8) The sound of the gong, the call to Nibbana.

(9) Morning exercise, walking

(10) The sound of the lucky charms

(11) How to be fresh and energetic during the day

(12) My opinion (conclusion)

Today is the full moon day of Thadingyut, so our whole family had to get up early to offer food to the Buddha. My mother got up even earlier than us and cooked food and dishes. It was about four o'clock at that time. By the time we had offered food and worshipped the Buddha, it was about five o'clock. So I went back to my room and opened the window to watch the sunrise.

The sun itself had not yet risen in the sky, but the red rays of the sun were already moving in. That is why the entire eastern sky was a beautiful ruby ​​red. At that time, the entire environment was silent and peaceful, and there was no sign of even animals.

But soon the sun began to rise from the horizon in the eastern sky. The sun, with its bright yellow body and magnificent robes, was resplendent and vibrant. Soon, light began to spread throughout the world.

The sky, which had been dark recently, was now shining brightly thanks to the sun's kindness. The sleeping trees were waking up, and the flowers that had been dormant at night were blooming beautifully. The entire environment was refreshed by the sunlight, ushering in the beginning of the day.

The birds that had been nesting had also woken up from their slumber and were singing their sweet songs. They were flying here and there, basking in the sun.

Soon, the sleeping people also woke up. The housewives also started preparing food. As a result, the whole world around them became lively with youthfulness, freshness, and vigor.

At that time, we could hear the sound of the bells ringing from the monastery in our neighborhood. Along with the bells ringing and the sound of the bells ringing, we could also hear the voice of the Nibbana Sao, who was calling the housewives to prepare alms. The appearance of the Nibbana Sao, who was wearing a pure white robe and holding a copper pot in one hand, was auspicious. Just as the housewives were awakened to prepare alms by the sound of the Nibbana Sao, thieves and robbers were also deterred from committing evil deeds. Therefore, the sound of the Nibbana Sao was a blessed call.

It was a beautiful morning, so many people were out exercising. The streets were filled with people walking, running, cycling, and breathing in the fresh air. People of all ages, young and old, were walking happily, following the motto, “Early to bed, early to rise, early to walk.”

At that time, with the sound of "Swantawbyu", the monks had also arrived to receive alms. Therefore, the housewives in almost every house rushed to pour alms. This may be due to the Burmese tradition of being very religious.

In this blessed morning, we can also hear the sound of children studying. The early morning hours of the morning are refreshing for the brain, so there are many students who wake up early to study. It is encouraging to see the children, the new generation of the future, competing to shoulder the responsibilities of the nation.

At sunrise, the world is filled with happiness, and all living and non-living things are invigorated. Seeing that scene, the feeling of freshness spreads to me.

In short, sunrise is the beginning of a new day for the world. As long as this world exists, it will continue to bring all kinds of refreshment to humans.

Pleasant evening

Wai Phyo Kyaw

(1) The peaceful nature of the evening

(2) Beautiful surrounding views

(3) People's movements,

(4) Different images of city evening and rural evening

(5) An evening of personal encounters

(6) One's own views and feelings

In a world full of beauty, true beauty is becoming increasingly rare. Nature, which cannot be modified, is the true beauty of the world. Every place in the world may not have natural beauty, but it can be beautiful at any time of the day. Just as there is beauty according to the season, there is also beauty according to the time of day. Some places are beautiful in the morning. Some are beautiful in the afternoon. The time when all places can be beautiful is in the evening.

Evening is the time when the sun, which has been shining brightly all day, begins to set. As the temperature drops, the environment becomes calmer, and the people who have worked hard all day have finished their duties. It is a time of peace and tranquility. The whole world around us is calm, and everyone's faces are smiling and moving together. Similarly, it is the time when birds return to their roosts after a long day of searching for food, and under the rays of the sun, the colorful wings of birds spread their wings beautifully. | The fields of trees are also golden and beautiful. In the evening, you can hear the noisy chirping of birds in the trees. People can also be seen in the evening to relax and play various sports. Wherever you look, it is a time of peace and tranquility. The view of the fishing boats returning from the riverbed with their nets in the evening sun is the most beautiful sight. It is a peaceful and calm evening.

Evening is like a wake-up call to the world that has been sleeping under the hot midday sun. The elderly who have been sleeping in the hot midday sun, the travelers who have been resting in the car parks, the students who are studying in schools, and the workers who are working in factories and workshops, all come back to life in the evening. In the evening, the streets that were quiet at noon become lively again. Rows of shops appear. The happy laughter of children playing and eating, the workers returning from work, and the families who are exercising in the evening can also be heard. Every movement of people in the evening is a joy to those who see it.

The evening scenes of the city and the countryside are similar and joyful, but they are slightly different. In the evening, the streets of the city are crowded with workers, office workers, and office workers returning home from work. The scene of the beautiful working girls at the bus stops and stations, painted in white, red, blue, and yellow, is also beautiful. It is fun to joke with each other and wait for the bus. Similarly, the scene of families exercising together, and people walking in colorful clothes are also beautiful. The sight of the setting sun shining red on the asphalt roads, and the reflection of the neon lights on the glass doors of tall buildings are also beautiful. Pigeons perching on power lines and on large coconut trees, The crows, as they flutter their wings in the evening breeze, are beautiful and graceful. The noisy laughter and joking of the locals sitting in the teahouse after work is also a kind of beauty. In the evening, you can see the bustling and peaceful scenes of the city everywhere.

However, the rural evening is filled with lovely Burmese customs. In the rural evening, the ox carts returning from the fields with a pile of dust, the farmers' wives returning with water jugs and sickles, and the herds of cattle can be seen beautifully under the warm orange sun. Similarly, the scene of fishing boats returning home on the river, which is sparkling with the sunlight every time the waves rise, is beautiful enough to make even a painter cry. The scene of children playing among the broken fields, and the young men playing in the shade of the trees is also beautiful. Even today, poets cannot stop praising the beauty of the shrimp oil-colored rays that fall on the young women who go to fetch water in the evening. Similarly, the sight of birds flying to their nests in the sky is breathtakingly beautiful. A flock of pheasants is also seen not far from the lake, intent on feeding the young birds that have come to fetch water. The evening view of the countryside is simply beautiful.

The evening in the small town of Insein, Yangon Region, where we live, is also beautiful. It is bustling with the buses of young workers coming to work, female workers walking on foot, and office workers. The red sun setting on the other side of the Hlaing River is a beautiful sight. It is school time, so the young and always smiling faces of students who have just finished school also add to the beauty of the evening. The young people who are noisily playing football and jumping over nets in the empty fields by the roadside also show the happy image of the evening. In the evening, a series of shops appear along the streets of our town. The streets are crowded with shoppers, walkers, and people. People are also busy commuting from one place to another on bicycles and rickshaws. The beauty that is lost under the sun during the day can only be seen in the evening.

In fact, evening has always been the most beautiful time. Ancient poets have painted the evening in various ways. “The sun is shining brightly in the sky, the moon is shining brightly in the sky, the moon is shining brightly in the sky,” said U Kyung-yu, a poet from the Konbaung period. Another poet wrote, “The wind is blowing, the golden boat is saving the ocean,” and he wrote, “What city can match the beauty of the water flowing down the river in the evening?” The beautiful scenery of the evening is beyond compare. Even in poetry, the beauty of the evening is beyond compare.

The world has given us beautiful sunsets every day. However, beauty can only be found if we seek it. If we do not see beauty, we will not be able to experience the full beauty of the evening. Therefore, it is the responsibility of those who seek beauty to experience the true beauty of nature, the beauty of the evening, as long as the world exists.