'Sirith Maldama' is a collection of short Sinhalese poems. They have been written for the purpose of creating a virtuous society. Every single poem contains a valuable direction for good living. I tried to paraphrase the poems for the English speaking society.
The poems contain a universal value. Hence it can be used as a handbook for good living. The poet transfers the highest values inculcated in the old society to the younger generation.
The progress of the human society cannot be prevented. It is a continuous process. Along with such progress in every sphere of the society human values should also continue. It is the human values that make the progress of mankind more meaningful.
Can one expect good living in a society where everyone hates each other; the old is not respected ; other living beings are brutally treated ; lies not truth wags the tongues.
M.L.Silva's attempt must be highly appreciated by everyone. It is a tremendous effort made with the power of language. The simple language used in the poems makes his mission more effective.
Sirith Maldama: Verse 2
Sirith Maldama: Verse 3
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Learn English with Sirith Maldama
Sirith Maldama: Verse 4
Sirith Maldama: Verse 5
Sirith Maldama: Verse 6
Sirith Maldama : Verse 7
Sirith Maldama: Verse 8
Sirith Maldama: Verse 9
Sirith Maldama : Verse 10
Sirith Maldama : Verse 11
Sirith Maldama : Verse 12
Sirith Maldama: Verse 13
Sirith Maldama : Verse 16
Sirith Maldama : Verse 17
Sirith Maldama : Verse 18
Sirith Maldama : Verse 19
Sirith Maldama : Verse 20
Sirith Maldama: Verse 21
Sirith Maldama: Verse 22
Sirith Maldama : Verse 23
Sirith Maldama: Verse 24
to be continued.....
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