BLESSINGS TO NIVEDITA



The mother's heart, the hero's will,

The sweetness of the southern breeze,

The sacred charm and strength that dwell

On Aryan altars, flaming, free;

All these be yours, and many more

No ancient soul could dream before --

Be thou to India's future son

The mistress, servant, friend in one.

With the blessings of Vivekananda


Written to Sister Nivedita