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Chuni Hui Kavitayein
A collection of poems written by Atal Bihari Vajpayee
- GenresPoetryIndian Literature
125 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2012
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Atal Bihari Vajpayee
49 books69 followersWith regard to his poetry he wrote, "My poetry is a declaration of war, not an exordium to defeat. It is not the defeated soldier's drumbeat of despair, but the fighting warrior's will to win. It is not the despirited voice of dejection but the stirring shout of victory.
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September 21, 2020
सुंदर कविताएँ। मुझे विशुद्ध हिंदी में ये कविता पढ़कर प्रसन्नता हुई। वाजपेयी जी की कविता में अलग निबंध है। यह आपको अलग ही आभा देती है।
April 29, 2021
हानि-लाभ के पलड़ों में
तुलता जीवन व्यापार हो गया
मोल लगा बिकनेवाले का
बिना बिका बेकार हो गया
Enjoyed reading these chosen poems full of positivity in these difficult times. More than the language, it's the thought process that impressed me very much.
Proud to have had a leader like him!
जो जितना ऊँचा, उतना ही एकाकी होता है
हर भार को स्वयं ही ढोता है
चेहरे पर मुस्कानें चिपका
मन ही मन रोता है
मुझे इतनी ऊँचाई कभी मत देना
गैरों को गले न लगा सकूँ
इतनी रुखाई कभी मत देना।
The poems are structured well with a miniature art dedicated to each.
Sample this 16 word profound poem:
वही मंज़िल
वही कमरा
वही खिड़की
वही पहरा
राज बदला
ताज बदला
पर नहीं
समाज बदला।
Sharing a couple of excerpts from my favorite poem from this collection:
जंग न होने देंगे
हथियारों के ढेरों पर जिनका है डेरा,
मुंह में शांति, बगल में बम, धोखे का फेरा,
कफ़न बेचनेवालों से कह दो चिल्लाकर,
दुनिया जान गई है उनका असली चेहरा,
कामयाब हो उनकी चालें, ढंग न होने देंगे।
जंग न होने देंगे।
भारत-पाकिस्तान पड़ोसी, साथ-साथ रहना है,
प्यार करें या वार करें, दोनों को ही सहना है,
तीन बार लड़ चुके लड़ाई, कितना महंगा सौदा,
रूसी बम हो या अमरीकी, खून एक बहना है।
जो हम पर गुज़री बच्चों के संग न होने देंगे।
जंग न होने देंगे।
तुलता जीवन व्यापार हो गया
मोल लगा बिकनेवाले का
बिना बिका बेकार हो गया
Enjoyed reading these chosen poems full of positivity in these difficult times. More than the language, it's the thought process that impressed me very much.
Proud to have had a leader like him!
जो जितना ऊँचा, उतना ही एकाकी होता है
हर भार को स्वयं ही ढोता है
चेहरे पर मुस्कानें चिपका
मन ही मन रोता है
मुझे इतनी ऊँचाई कभी मत देना
गैरों को गले न लगा सकूँ
इतनी रुखाई कभी मत देना।
The poems are structured well with a miniature art dedicated to each.
Sample this 16 word profound poem:
वही मंज़िल
वही कमरा
वही खिड़की
वही पहरा
राज बदला
ताज बदला
पर नहीं
समाज बदला।
Sharing a couple of excerpts from my favorite poem from this collection:
जंग न होने देंगे
हथियारों के ढेरों पर जिनका है डेरा,
मुंह में शांति, बगल में बम, धोखे का फेरा,
कफ़न बेचनेवालों से कह दो चिल्लाकर,
दुनिया जान गई है उनका असली चेहरा,
कामयाब हो उनकी चालें, ढंग न होने देंगे।
जंग न होने देंगे।
भारत-पाकिस्तान पड़ोसी, साथ-साथ रहना है,
प्यार करें या वार करें, दोनों को ही सहना है,
तीन बार लड़ चुके लड़ाई, कितना महंगा सौदा,
रूसी बम हो या अमरीकी, खून एक बहना है।
जो हम पर गुज़री बच्चों के संग न होने देंगे।
जंग न होने देंगे।
July 14, 2020
Introspective poems from one of the most progressive minds of the century. These short, intimate, pieces give you a tour of the mind of one of the most successful leaders of India. A true patriot and gem who looked above politics and personal gains, and put his country and countrymen's interests first. These poems speak tonnes of his ideology, this thought process, and the determination to change the country, a mind at a time.
This poems are simple, thought-provoking, a perfect blend of motivation and ideas in the ongoing struggle between modernity and age-old beliefs.
This poems are simple, thought-provoking, a perfect blend of motivation and ideas in the ongoing struggle between modernity and age-old beliefs.
March 5, 2019
सभी कविताएं अद्भुत है।
-हिरोशिमा की पीड़ा-
किसी रात को
मेरी नींद अचानक उचट जाती है
आंख खुल जाती है
मैं सोचने लगता हूँ कि
जिन वैज्ञानिकों ने अणु-अस्त्रों का
अविष्कार किया था:
वे हिरोशिमा-नागासाकी के
भीषण नर-संहार के समाचार सुनकर
रात को कैसे सोये होंगे?
.
दांत में फंसा तिनका
आंख की किरकिरी,
पाँव में चुभा कांटा,
आंख की नींद,
मन का चैन उड़ा देते हैं
.
सगे - सम्बन्धी की मृत्यु
किसी प्रिय का न रहना,
परिचित का उठ जाना,
.
यहाँ तक कि पालतू पशु का भी विछोह,
हृदय में इतनी पीड़ा,
इतना विषाद भर देता है कि
चेष्टा करने पर भी नींद नहीं आती
करवटे बदलते रात गुजर जाती है
.
किन्तु जिनके आविष्कार से
वह अंतिम-अस्त्र बना,
जिसने छः अगस्त उन्नीस सौ पैतालीस की काल-रात्रि को,
हिरोशिमा-नागासाकी में मृत्यु का तांडव कर,
दो लाख से अधिक लोगो की बलि ले ली,
हजारों को जीवन भर के लिए अपाहिज कर दिया...
.
क्या उन्हें एक क्षण के लिए ही सही, यह...
अनुभूति हुई कि उनके हाथों जो कुछ
हुआ, अच्छा नही हुआ?
यदि हुई, तो वक़्त उन्हें कटघरे में नही खड़ा करेगा।
किन्तु यदि नही हुई, तो इतिहास उन्हें कभी माफ नहीं करेगा...
-हिरोशिमा की पीड़ा-
किसी रात को
मेरी नींद अचानक उचट जाती है
आंख खुल जाती है
मैं सोचने लगता हूँ कि
जिन वैज्ञानिकों ने अणु-अस्त्रों का
अविष्कार किया था:
वे हिरोशिमा-नागासाकी के
भीषण नर-संहार के समाचार सुनकर
रात को कैसे सोये होंगे?
.
दांत में फंसा तिनका
आंख की किरकिरी,
पाँव में चुभा कांटा,
आंख की नींद,
मन का चैन उड़ा देते हैं
.
सगे - सम्बन्धी की मृत्यु
किसी प्रिय का न रहना,
परिचित का उठ जाना,
.
यहाँ तक कि पालतू पशु का भी विछोह,
हृदय में इतनी पीड़ा,
इतना विषाद भर देता है कि
चेष्टा करने पर भी नींद नहीं आती
करवटे बदलते रात गुजर जाती है
.
किन्तु जिनके आविष्कार से
वह अंतिम-अस्त्र बना,
जिसने छः अगस्त उन्नीस सौ पैतालीस की काल-रात्रि को,
हिरोशिमा-नागासाकी में मृत्यु का तांडव कर,
दो लाख से अधिक लोगो की बलि ले ली,
हजारों को जीवन भर के लिए अपाहिज कर दिया...
.
क्या उन्हें एक क्षण के लिए ही सही, यह...
अनुभूति हुई कि उनके हाथों जो कुछ
हुआ, अच्छा नही हुआ?
यदि हुई, तो वक़्त उन्हें कटघरे में नही खड़ा करेगा।
किन्तु यदि नही हुई, तो इतिहास उन्हें कभी माफ नहीं करेगा...
August 18, 2018
Its true that there is no money in poetry,
But then, there is no poetry in money (read power) either
And perhaps this is why Vajpayeeji was also a poet.
Our last statesman Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayeeji passed away 2 days ago on 16th August 2018. A no. of people posted snippets of his poetry on my FB/Twitter timeline. That aroused my interest in his poetry. Also, "Kya khoya kya paaya" which has been sung by Jagjit Singh is one of my alltime favourite poems.
This book contained 35 poems selected by Vajpayeeji himself with a short autobiography. While most of the poems were mediocre, 4-5 poems were outstanding and made the book worth reading. Vajpayeeji's style reminded me a little of Dinkar
But then, there is no poetry in money (read power) either
And perhaps this is why Vajpayeeji was also a poet.
Our last statesman Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayeeji passed away 2 days ago on 16th August 2018. A no. of people posted snippets of his poetry on my FB/Twitter timeline. That aroused my interest in his poetry. Also, "Kya khoya kya paaya" which has been sung by Jagjit Singh is one of my alltime favourite poems.
This book contained 35 poems selected by Vajpayeeji himself with a short autobiography. While most of the poems were mediocre, 4-5 poems were outstanding and made the book worth reading. Vajpayeeji's style reminded me a little of Dinkar
August 19, 2018
Footprints of a subliminal thinker , brings out the empathy and the ability to step back and look askance at tge world as an observer
Footprints of a subliminal thinker , brings out the empathy and the ability to step back and look askance at tge world as an observer
Footprints of a subliminal thinker , brings out the empathy and the ability to step back and look askance at tge world as an observer
September 1, 2018
...सूर्य एक सत्य है जिसे झुठलाया नहीं जा सकता मगर ओस भी तो एक सच्चाई है यह बात अलग है कि ओस क्षणिक है क्यों न मैं क्षण-क्षण को जीऊँ? कण-कण में बिखरे सौंदर्य को पीऊँ?...
..."The sun is a truth that can not be denied, but the dew is also a reality. It is different from the fact that the dew is transient, why should I live momentarily? Paint the beauty scattered in the particle?"...
The collection of poems in this book are soulful, as for a reader every other poem written by Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee captures not just the imagination of the poet who is indulging himself with a reader but also intimacy of the poet with the world. Chuni Hui Kavitayen is not any simple read as it brings out the hidden talent of a seasoned politician who expresses himself as a poet even in parliament , where, even his opponents would appreciate and go in a flow with Shri Vajpayee, later understanding that he was answering to their criticism or accusation.
These poems are the best examples of a person living even after his death. A must read for hindi poem enthusiasts and for all those who just love to read poems...
..."The sun is a truth that can not be denied, but the dew is also a reality. It is different from the fact that the dew is transient, why should I live momentarily? Paint the beauty scattered in the particle?"...
The collection of poems in this book are soulful, as for a reader every other poem written by Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee captures not just the imagination of the poet who is indulging himself with a reader but also intimacy of the poet with the world. Chuni Hui Kavitayen is not any simple read as it brings out the hidden talent of a seasoned politician who expresses himself as a poet even in parliament , where, even his opponents would appreciate and go in a flow with Shri Vajpayee, later understanding that he was answering to their criticism or accusation.
These poems are the best examples of a person living even after his death. A must read for hindi poem enthusiasts and for all those who just love to read poems...
August 11, 2020
One of the best Hindi poetry collections I have read so far... as simple as that! The force with which the poems by Atal Ji strikes you is immense.
December 28, 2018
Very Good poems. In fact book starts with the introduction with his childhood days, the environment in which he cultivated habit of making poems, his father, how he influenced him in literature, environment at home etc. Many more things are there.
I picked this book because, I love literature in any form, I love Atal Bihari vajpayeeji's style of leadership. He was true leader, true patriot. Real Gem of India.
I picked this book because, I love literature in any form, I love Atal Bihari vajpayeeji's style of leadership. He was true leader, true patriot. Real Gem of India.
August 18, 2018
Nice Selection of poems
Thought provoking poems written on almost all aspects of life. Recommended for any one interested in hindi poetry. Gives a glimpse into Atalji's philosophy.
Thought provoking poems written on almost all aspects of life. Recommended for any one interested in hindi poetry. Gives a glimpse into Atalji's philosophy.
September 29, 2019
It's a collection of selected poems written by our former PM Atal Bihari Ji. He was an amazing poet who through his poems can make you think deep. This is a good short read for anybody who likes to read poems.
February 26, 2020
Poetic world of Atalji
Emotions, experience, era of him is visible in this book. Every poetry has something to learn, something to feel, something to heal. It's good for all poetry lovers.
Emotions, experience, era of him is visible in this book. Every poetry has something to learn, something to feel, something to heal. It's good for all poetry lovers.
March 29, 2020
Most are average expecting few
The some of poems are ordinary.
Some even don't fit in the category of poetry but there are definetly some few gems .These gems make the book worth reading.
One good point of the book is Vajpayee ji has used good hindi and not a single word of urdu.
The some of poems are ordinary.
Some even don't fit in the category of poetry but there are definetly some few gems .These gems make the book worth reading.
One good point of the book is Vajpayee ji has used good hindi and not a single word of urdu.
October 19, 2014
A collection of great poems from one of the greatest Hindi poets in modern era. My favorites are "Geet Nahi Gata Hun" and "Geet Naya Gata Hun".
August 16, 2018
Must read
Simple crisp meaningful enlightening motivational ....
Collection of poem by one of most revered politician.. poet... Of contemporary time... Worth your time money...
Simple crisp meaningful enlightening motivational ....
Collection of poem by one of most revered politician.. poet... Of contemporary time... Worth your time money...
February 3, 2019
Book takes dip deeper in the thoughts of Vajpayee and reflects his unsaid pains and concerns for the nation.
March 13, 2019
बहुत बढ़िया !
June 29, 2024
I'm not much of a poetry person so I can't do justice to the review and shamefully I do admit that my Hindi isn't as good as it used to be. Firstly, reading anything written by great leaders is always an astonishing and life changing experience which gives you an individual and wider perspective of the people and society. Secondly, poetry has the power to allow one to feel all the emotions at once just with few words placed so creatively.
This collection of poems written by Atal Bihari Vajpayee focuses on all subjects and aspects of life. Every student or anyone who is struggling to make a name for themselves should read this as it will motivate you to not give up on your goals no matter how much you're going through right now.
This collection of poems written by Atal Bihari Vajpayee focuses on all subjects and aspects of life. Every student or anyone who is struggling to make a name for themselves should read this as it will motivate you to not give up on your goals no matter how much you're going through right now.
June 3, 2021
सूर्य एक सत्य है जिसे झुठलाया नही जा सकता
मगर ओस भी तो एक सच्चाई है
यह बात अलग है कि ओस क्षणिक है
क्यों न मैं क्षण क्षण को जिऊँ ?
कण कण में बिखरे सौंदर्य को पीऊँ ?
सूर्य तो फिर भी उगेगा,
धूप तो फिर भी खिलेगी,
लेकिन मेरी बगीची की हरी हरी दूब पर,
ओस की बूँद हर मौसम में नहीं मिलेगी ।
It's a gem from one of the rarest gem of India. Must read.
मगर ओस भी तो एक सच्चाई है
यह बात अलग है कि ओस क्षणिक है
क्यों न मैं क्षण क्षण को जिऊँ ?
कण कण में बिखरे सौंदर्य को पीऊँ ?
सूर्य तो फिर भी उगेगा,
धूप तो फिर भी खिलेगी,
लेकिन मेरी बगीची की हरी हरी दूब पर,
ओस की बूँद हर मौसम में नहीं मिलेगी ।
It's a gem from one of the rarest gem of India. Must read.
October 12, 2020
Vajpayee Ji 😍😍😍
It's selection of former Prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He might be one of the polite human in Indian politics. Still His poems close to heart of every nationalist.
It's selection of former Prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. He might be one of the polite human in Indian politics. Still His poems close to heart of every nationalist.
November 9, 2020
असाधारण व्यक्तित्व की असाधारण कविताएँ
आहुति बाकी यज्ञ अधूरा, अपनों के विघ्नों ने घेरा।
कुछ कविताएँ पढ़ते वक्त तो ऐसा लगा कि अटल जी की आवाज कानों में गूंज रही हो।
उनका सबकुछ राष्ट्र को प्रेरित करता है। ये कवितायेँ उनके राष्ट्र प्रेम की सुंदर अभिव्यक्ति हैं।
सबको पढ़ना चाहिए।
आहुति बाकी यज्ञ अधूरा, अपनों के विघ्नों ने घेरा।
कुछ कविताएँ पढ़ते वक्त तो ऐसा लगा कि अटल जी की आवाज कानों में गूंज रही हो।
उनका सबकुछ राष्ट्र को प्रेरित करता है। ये कवितायेँ उनके राष्ट्र प्रेम की सुंदर अभिव्यक्ति हैं।
सबको पढ़ना चाहिए।
September 25, 2021
Missing poems
If one says, "Chuni Hui", which means you have to give the real TOP ones. This remains incomplete, as 2 important poems are missing, viz, 1. हिंदू तन मन and 2. गगन में लहेरता पूज्य भगवा हमारा
If one says, "Chuni Hui", which means you have to give the real TOP ones. This remains incomplete, as 2 important poems are missing, viz, 1. हिंदू तन मन and 2. गगन में लहेरता पूज्य भगवा हमारा
November 19, 2021
Poems were well written
Poems were well written
The contains and use of all the materialistic, emotional and many other aspects were well penned.
Would likely to recommend this book to my writer friends
Poems were well written
The contains and use of all the materialistic, emotional and many other aspects were well penned.
Would likely to recommend this book to my writer friends
October 12, 2019
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November 21, 2020
It was still missing Vajpayee Ji's "Mera Parichay". I love that poem. The rest, unsurprisingly were brilliant.
January 14, 2021
Great Read £ a Must read
Beautiful lines
Full of metaphor
And full of Veer ras
Vajpayee ji magic worked again with his beautiful poetic lines
Beautiful lines
Full of metaphor
And full of Veer ras
Vajpayee ji magic worked again with his beautiful poetic lines
October 13, 2021
"आदमी की पहचान, उसके धन या आसन से नहीं होती, उसके मन से होती है। मन की फकीरी पर कुबेर की संपदा भी रोती है।"
October 13, 2021
Truly a worth read
Atal Ji's vocabulary was vast and every poem is his perception but has a universal approach. Loved it.
Nothing more needed to say
Atal Ji's vocabulary was vast and every poem is his perception but has a universal approach. Loved it.
Nothing more needed to say
July 24, 2022
Its like Vajpayeeji resurrected with his some of most iconic poems .
February 20, 2023
अत्युत्तम
अवश्य पठनीय लघु कविता संग्रह अत्यंत प्रेरक एवं रचनात्मक दिशा में ले जाता है आध्यात्मिक और मानव हित के साथ विश्वशांति के मार्ग पर।
अवश्य पठनीय लघु कविता संग्रह अत्यंत प्रेरक एवं रचनात्मक दिशा में ले जाता है आध्यात्मिक और मानव हित के साथ विश्वशांति के मार्ग पर।
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