Daily Poetry — July 28, 2026

मनुष्यता (Manushyata)

Composed by मैथिलीशरण गुप्त (Maithilisharan Gupt)

Original Hindi

विचार लो कि मर्त्य हो न मृत्यु से डरो कभी, मरो परन्तु यों मरो कि याद जो करे सभी। यही पशु-प्रवृत्ति है कि आप आप ही चरे, वही मनुष्य है कि जो मनुष्य के लिए मरे। उसी उदार की कथा सरस्वती बखानती, उसी उदार से धरा कृतार्थ भाव मानती। उसी उदार की सदा सजीव कीर्ति कूजती, तथा उसी उदार को समस्त सृष्टि पूजती।

English Translation

Consider that you are mortal, so never fear death, Die, but die in such a way that everyone remembers you. It is an animal instinct to graze only for oneself, He alone is human, who dies for humanity. Of that generous one, Saraswati narrates tales, From that generous one, the Earth feels indebted. Of that generous one, vibrant fame always echoes, And that generous one is worshipped by all creation.

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AI Echo (Hindi)

पर स्वार्थ की होड़ में, कहाँ खो गई वो राह? निःस्वार्थ प्रेम की अब कौन करे परवाह? मनुजता पुकारती, हे नर, जाग तू अभी, मिट्टी काया है क्षणिक, अमर तेरी कृति सभी। करुणा की धार बहा, सेवा का दीप जला, विपत्ति में साथ दे, दुखियों का दर्द हर ले। तभी तेरी आत्मा, पाएगी सच्ची शांति, जब हर हृदय में होगी, तेरे कर्मों की कांति।

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AI Echo (English)

But in this race of selfishness, where has that path been lost? Who now cares for selfless love? Humanity calls out, O man, awaken now, This body is fleeting, immortal are all your deeds. Let the stream of compassion flow, light the lamp of service, Stand by in adversity, remove the pain of the suffering. Only then will your soul find true peace, When in every heart, the radiance of your deeds shines.

Literary & Historical Context

"मनुष्यता" (Humanity) by Maithilisharan Gupt is a powerful philosophical poem that defines true humanity not by mere existence but by selflessness and compassion for others. Gupt (1886-1964), a prominent figure of the Dwivedi Yug in Hindi literature, emphasized moral values, patriotism, and social reform through his poetry. This excerpt, precisely 8 lines, encapsulates the core message: true human life is one lived for the welfare of others, transcending the egoistic tendencies of animals. It suggests that such noble deeds lead to eternal remembrance and respect from the world and even deities (Saraswati, Earth, all creation), contrasting it with a life of self-centeredness that is likened to animalistic behavior. The poem's simple yet profound language and clear moral stance made it highly influential, urging readers towards a life of virtue and collective well-being. It reflects the reformist spirit of its era, aiming to inspire moral fortitude and social responsibility.