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The nature of a carnivorous plant with its inbuilt mechanism to trap insects seems so paradoxical to the practise of Ahimsa ( Non Violence ) among certain beliefs of people The practise of Ahimsa in Jainism, an aesthetic religion founded in India around 6th century BC is more stringent. It applies to all life forms so much so that it conjures up images of Jain monks and nuns who cover their mouth so that they don�t accidently breathe in any small living form, and try to clear the ground before them while their walk ,with feather brushes to avoid injuring the most miniscule forms of life!

Carnivorous greens Picture perfect designs On the rim is cover sheath Where raindrops help flick flies And dip it in burning fluids Lured ‘twas by beauty and looks The tiny crawling, fly now on hook Oozing nectar, glowing colours Slippery moistened cavity Much like an evil seductress Wooing with a lecherous mind Small creatures made victims Carnivorous greens thrive Is it nature’s way of balancing While Jain monks live their life Not to trespass on a creature live!

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Reviewed by E Phillips

Reviewed on March 18, 2014

You sent me to Wikipedia to read up on Jainism.
It is very delicate and introspective in a world that is loud and barbaric. But I like it.

Reviewed by William Bonilla

Reviewed on March 17, 2014

beauty attracts its prey
like Delilah did with Samson
And excellent write
Love & Peace

William

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on March 16, 2014

wouldn't get me in there ...

Reviewed by Ronald Hull

Reviewed on March 16, 2014

I wonder how Jain monks treat plants? I expect with the same reverence that they treat insects and animals. It is a wonder that they would have any food to eat.

I also am in awe of any plan that would prey on insects. Makes one wonder what they could evolve into� Intelligent meat eating plants? It's the stuff of science fiction.

A very interesting and unusual poetry subject� Much enjoyed.

Ron

Reviewed by Budd Nelson

Reviewed on March 16, 2014

a fine write
budd

Reviewed by Jerry Bolton

Reviewed on March 16, 2014

Ahhh . . . the Venus flytrap situation, eh? Or, in human form . . . sweet, seductive, but lethal, Jezebel!

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