Little Drops of Water
—Mrs. J. A. Carney (1845)
Little drops of water,
Little grains of sand,
Make the mighty ocean
And the pleasant land.
So the little moments,
Humble though they be,
Make the mighty ages
Of Eternity.
So the little errors
Lead the soul away
From the paths of virtue
Far in sin to stray.
Little deeds of kindness,
Little words of love,
Help to make earth happy
Like the Heaven above.
Theme:
Little things are not to be neglected. They, in a body, build up great things. Little drops of water make the vast ocean. Little particles of sand make the beautiful land. Little deeds of kindness and little words of love can make the earth as sweet as Eden of Heaven. And a sum total of moments can make an unending period.
Paraphrasing
Little drops of water, little grains of sand,
Small drops of water and tiny grains of sand
Make the mighty ocean and the pleasant land.
These tiny things combine to create vast oceans and beautiful lands.
So the little moments, humble though they be,
Just as small and simple moments in life, even though they seem insignificant,
Make the mighty ages of Eternity.
Play an important role in shaping the entire span of eternity.
So the little errors lead the soul away
Similarly, small mistakes can slowly cause the soul to stray
From the paths of virtue far in sin to stray.
From the righteous path, leading one further into sin.
Little deeds of kindness, little words of love,
Small acts of kindness and simple words of love
Help to make earth happy like the Heaven above.
Help to create happiness on Earth, just as in Heaven.
Short Answer Questions
What do little drops of water and grains of sand create?
They create the mighty ocean and the pleasant land.
What do little moments contribute to?
They contribute to the mighty ages of eternity.
What can little errors lead to?
Little errors can lead the soul away from the paths of virtue and into sin.
What are little deeds of kindness compared to?
They help make Earth happy, just like Heaven above.
What does the poem suggest about small actions?
Small actions, whether good or bad, have a significant impact on life.
How does the poem describe the significance of humble moments?
Humble moments, though small, play an important role in the vastness of eternity.
What do little words of love do?
Little words of love help make Earth happy.
What is the effect of small mistakes according to the poem?
Small mistakes can lead the soul to stray from virtue and fall into sin.
How is Earth described in relation to kindness and love?
Earth becomes happier, much like Heaven, due to acts of kindness and love.
What is the main message of the poem?
The main message is that small actions, whether positive or negative, have a lasting impact.
Multiple-choice questions based on the text:
What is made by little drops of water and grains of sand?
a) A mighty forest
b) A beautiful river
c) The mighty ocean and pleasant land
d) The sky
Answer: c) The mighty ocean and pleasant land
What do little moments contribute to?
a) The flow of time
b) The creation of happiness
c) The mighty ages of Eternity
d) The course of history
Answer: c) The mighty ages of Eternity
What can little errors lead to?
a) Great achievements
b) A peaceful life
c) The soul straying into sin
d) Unforeseen success
Answer: c) The soul straying into sin
What do little deeds of kindness help to create?
a) A joyful life
b) Peace on Earth
c) A happier Earth like Heaven above
d) A prosperous nation
Answer: c) A happier Earth like Heaven above
How does the poem describe little actions?
a) As insignificant
b) As leading to great success
c) As having a profound impact
d) As having no impact
Answer: c) As having a profound impact
What is the result of small mistakes in the poem?
a) They cause the soul to grow
b) They lead the soul away from virtue
c) They make one wiser
d) They help one learn from failure
Answer: b) They lead the soul away from virtue
What is the effect of little words of love?
a) They cause misunderstandings
b) They help make Earth happy
c) They help create wars
d) They cause sadness
Answer: b) They help make Earth happy
How does the poem view little errors?
a) They are harmless
b) They slowly lead to greater wrongs
c) They are inconsequential
d) They should be ignored
Answer: b) They slowly lead to greater wrongs
What is compared to Heaven in the poem?
a) The Earth
b) The sky
c) Acts of kindness and love
d) The ocean
Answer: c) Acts of kindness and love
What is the main theme of the poem?
a) The power of large actions
b) The importance of time
c) The significant impact of small actions
d) The value of silence
Answer: c) The significant impact of small actions
Summary of "Little Drops of Water":
"Little Drops of Water" by Mrs. J. A. Carney emphasizes the power of small, seemingly insignificant actions and moments in life. The poem begins by illustrating how tiny drops of water and grains of sand come together to form the mighty ocean and pleasant land, demonstrating how even the smallest things can contribute to something vast and important. It then compares little moments in life to the grand span of eternity, showing how small actions and decisions shape the future. The poem warns that little errors can also lead people away from the path of virtue into sin. It concludes by reminding the reader that small acts of kindness and words of love can make the Earth a happier place, similar to the beauty of Heaven.
Theme of the Poem:
The central theme of the poem is the significant impact of small actions. It conveys that even the tiniest moments, errors, or deeds, whether positive or negative, can influence the course of life. The poem stresses the importance of kindness, love, and virtuous living while also recognizing the consequences of small mistakes. Through this, the poet urges the reader to value each moment and action, as they collectively shape our world.
Bangla Translation (Summary)
"জলের ছোট ছোট ফোঁটা" এর সারাংশ:
মিসেস জে. এ. কার্নির "জলের ছোট ছোট ফোঁটা" জীবনের ছোট, আপাতদৃষ্টিতে তুচ্ছ কাজ এবং মুহূর্তগুলির শক্তির উপর জোর দেয়। কবিতাটি শুরু হয় কীভাবে ছোট ছোট জলের ফোঁটা এবং বালির দানা একত্রিত হয়ে বিশাল সমুদ্র এবং মনোরম ভূমি তৈরি করে, তা দেখিয়ে যে কীভাবে ক্ষুদ্রতম জিনিসগুলিও বিশাল এবং গুরুত্বপূর্ণ কিছুতে অবদান রাখতে পারে। এরপর এটি জীবনের ছোট ছোট মুহূর্তগুলিকে অনন্তকালের বিশাল সময়ের সাথে তুলনা করে, দেখায় যে কীভাবে ছোট ছোট কাজ এবং সিদ্ধান্ত ভবিষ্যতকে রূপ দেয়। কবিতাটি সতর্ক করে যে ছোট ছোট ভুলও মানুষকে পুণ্যের পথ থেকে পাপের দিকে নিয়ে যেতে পারে। পাঠককে মনে করিয়ে দিয়ে এটি শেষ হয় যে দয়ার ছোট ছোট কাজ এবং ভালোবাসার কথা পৃথিবীকে স্বর্গের সৌন্দর্যের মতো একটি সুখী স্থান করে তুলতে পারে।
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20 Vocabulary Words:
English Word | Bangla Meaning | Example Sentence |
Frigate | যুদ্ধজাহাজ | The frigate sailed across the vast ocean. |
Grains | দানা | The grains of sand were scattered all over. |
Mighty | মহৎ | The mighty ocean roared against the rocks. |
Pleasant | আনন্দদায়ক | The pleasant land stretched out before them. |
Moments | মুহূর্ত | Cherish every little moment in life. |
Eternity | চিরকালীন | Love lasts through eternity. |
Errors | ভুল | His errors in judgment led to a poor decision. |
Virtue | গুণ | Her kindness is a true virtue. |
Sin | পাপ | Greed is often considered a sin. |
Deeds | কাজ | His deeds of kindness helped the community. |
Kindness | দয়া | Kindness can change the world for the better. |
Love | ভালোবাসা | Love is a powerful force in life. |
Earth | পৃথিবী | Earth is our home, and we must take care of it. |
Heaven | স্বর্গ | She believes that kind people go to Heaven. |
Impact | প্রভাব | Every action we take has an impact on the future. |
Happiness | সুখ | Acts of kindness bring happiness to the soul. |
Innocence | নিষ্পাপতা | The child looked at me with eyes full of innocence. |
Toll | কর | He paid the toll to cross the bridge. |
Frugal | সাশ্রয়ী | She is frugal and avoids unnecessary spending. |
Virtuous | নৈতিক | A virtuous person is admired by others. |
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