But Why Do We Need Poetry?

A poem

Ujjwal Singh
3 min readApr 7, 2023
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In a world of boundless questions, where reason unfolds,
Why do we need poetry, the curious often hold?
A tapestry of words, in verses weaved with care,
Does it offer us something truly unique and rare?

Emotion’s intricate fabric, poetry seeks to explore,
A language of the heart, to soothe, provoke, and more.
In the tempest of feelings, where logic often fades,
Poetry’s tender touch, a lifeline in the shades.

Through intellectual mazes, it guides us with its light,
Revealing hidden truths, with elegance and might.
A humble yet profound tool, in the realm of thought,
Poetry is the compass, our ancestors have wrought.

In the spiritual quest, where souls yearn to be free,
Poetry’s the bridge, connecting you and me.
The ethereal essence, of life’s eternal dance,
Captured and preserved, in every crafted stance.

A vessel for our culture, a mirror of the past,
In poetry, our memories, forever they will last.
The ancient tales of love, of struggle and of lore,
A legacy we…

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