HIKV Haiku

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gunhou

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Haiku: A Japanese verse form consisting of three unrhymed lines of 5, 7 and 5 syllables each. Khukuri has to count as two syllables, as I understand the pronunciation of the word. Herewith a couple of modest examples of my own. Those with greater talent than mine are asked to contribute theirs!

This knife is so big! How may I learn proper use? Practice is the key.

Stout Gelbu Khukuri, made for me in a far land, Strike truly at need!

Warm light on cold steel.Reflections of a dim face. The Spirit in the blade?

and last:

HIKV Strikes! I have my share of khukuris now, Why do I need more?

Ken

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The sword cannot cut itself, the eye cannot see itself.
 
gunhou, you have a very good understanding about haiku, and thanx for having interest in Japanese culture! (and giving me a chance for contribution to you dear forumites)

There's one rule left, a haiku is a poem of seasons, needs at least one word that shows its season. Or it is called senryu. Anyways 5,7 and 5 syllables short poems are popular whether its haiku or senryu.

Have fun!



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Did you enjoy today?
\(^o^)/ Mizutani Satoshi \(^o^)/
 
The last one may qualify -- "cold" (winter?) steel.

But good stuff no matter whether haiku or senryu and thanks for sharing, Ken.

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Blessings from the computer shack in Reno.

Uncle Bill
Himalayan Imports Website
Khukuri FAQ

[This message has been edited by Bill Martino (edited 06-12-2000).]
 
Wrong Friend and Bill:

A Sunny Spring Day
Blighted by my Ignorance.
Thanks for your advice!

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Ken

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The sword cannot cut itself, the eye cannot see itself.

[This message has been edited by gunhou (edited 06-12-2000).]
 
Burning cherry tree
Every blossom was aflame.
Uh-oh, here come the cops!

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"...not men, not women, not beasts, but this."

[This message has been edited by Dave K (edited 06-12-2000).]
 
Here, I'll try one, assuming "khukuri" is close to a two syllable word.

Visa, Mastercard
It is all the same to me
Convert to khukuri

Well, maybe someone else could be more artistic.
 
Sirupati plus
two kobras and Villager;
My wife is now pissed.

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Mike

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"A human being should be able to change a diaper, plan an invasion, butcher a hog, conn a ship, design a building, write a sonnet, balance accounts, build a wall, set a bone, comfort the dying, take orders, give orders, cooperate, act alone, solve equations, analyze a new problem, pitch manure, program a computer, cook a tasty meal, fight efficiently, die gallantly. Specialization is for insects." -Robert Heinlein
 
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