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The flute stay put, his eyes so bright;
Madhav had a smile; Madhav had a stride.
I met him on my doorstep, the melody so serene;
He smiled and I saw galaxies, he even knew my name.

My child, ah so cruel, you forgot I was to come?
I run this world, the universe; And you question my intention?
I could only weep, the questions in a swirl;
I took in all my might and asked my only one.

Oh, Madhav, why am I here? What mistake did I do?
I have lost everything, what more do I have to lose?
He smiled like the brightest star, his hand caressed my soul,
Ah, my boy, I have a plan, and all the pain shall fade.

I fell to my knees and begged to him for my end,
and when I lifted my head his whole form had changed.
He was huge, as vast as sky, and arms summed to a thousand,
his shoulders spanned across the oblivion, and the heads across its length.

A boar, a horse, a man, a woman and what not,
Shankha, chakra, gada, padma and a heart full of love.
It is all I remember of him, the divine and the supreme;
His words, his smile and his everything, and the invitation I had sent.

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Explanation:

Madhav is another name of Shree Vishnu, the bearer and the one who operates every aspect of the unending universe according to the Hindu mythology.

This poem talks about an invitation to God Vishnu and his visit.

The four-armed form of Vishnu represents his omnipotence and multifaceted nature. Each attribute he holds exemplifies a different aspect of his divine character: creation, preservation, destruction of evil, and spiritual liberation.
This form reinforces the idea that Lord Vishnu is the ultimate protector and preserver of the cosmos, ensuring its continued existence and balance.

1. The Conch (Shankha):

• Lord Vishnu can hold a conch shell, known as the Shankha. The Shankha symbolizes the primordial sound of creation, Om, from which the universe emerged. When blown, the conch produces a resonant sound that is believed to dispel negativity and create positive vibrations, signifying the creation and preservation of the cosmos. It also serves as a call to awaken spiritual seekers from their ignorance and guide them towards the path of righteousness.

2. The Discus (Chakra):

• Vishnu may also wield a chakra, a circular spinning weapon. This discus, often referred to as the Sudarshana Chakra, represents the cycle of time, the eternal nature of the universe, and the destructive power of divine justice. It symbolizes the ability of Lord Vishnu to remove obstacles, protect his devotees, and maintain cosmic order by eliminating evil and unrighteousness.

3. The Mace (Gada):

• Lord Vishnu can hold a mace, known as the Gada. This powerful weapon signifies his might and strength. The mace represents the authority of divine rulership and the ability to uphold dharma by subduing the forces of chaos and disorder. It serves as a reminder of the consequences of unrighteous actions and the need for discipline and adherence to moral values.

4. The Lotus (Padma):

• Vishnu may hold a lotus flower, the Padma. The lotus symbolizes purity, transcendence, and spiritual enlightenment. Its emergence from the mud, yet remaining unstained, represents the potential for spiritual growth and liberation from the material world. Vishnu's holding of the lotus signifies his role as the embodiment of purity, grace, and the source of divine beauty in the universe.

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• Also, this is a submission for Shortys on ShortStory profile.
It follows this prompt here though not fully.

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