Konstantin Balmont is a Symbolist poet whose work is imbued with a cult of beauty, the elemental forces of nature, and individualism. His lyrics are a kaleidoscope of vivid imagery, exotic motifs, and musical expressiveness. This collection contains Balmont's most famous and beloved poems, reflecting the various facets of his talent: from philosophical reflections to the subtlest emotions of love. Immerse yourself in the world of Balmont's dreams, where words become magic, and rhyme a key to the highest realms of existence. Here you will find passionate hymns to the sun, melancholy sketches of autumn landscapes, and bold challenges to social morality.
Sun
O Sun, golden-faced ruler! In you is delight, in you is play. You are life's thrill, its eternal cry, And the shadow of eternal night yesterday. You pour streams of light upon the world, Awakening forgotten fear in hearts. In your radiance lies this mystery, Which slumbers in golden rays.
Autumn
The crimson of leaves, a quiet sigh, a farewell ray in the day's mist. Autumn twilight, like moss, falls upon the fields. A withered garden, a sad ringing, cranes cooing in the distance. And in the heart – a bow to autumn, and the sadness of unfulfilled love.
Poetry
I am the priest of the elements, the voice of dreams, My words hold magical captivity. I create from darkness worlds where only decay reigns. But decay is beautiful, it is flight, Toward unknown, lofty dreams. And in every word is life's ascent, And an eternal call to heavenly lands.
Silence
In the silence of the night, in the quiet of the alleys, dreams are born like a swarm of stars. The soul freezes, captivated by shadows, and whispers something, only to the heart. There are no words for confessions, no sounds for thoughts, only a trembling sigh and a sad tune. In this silence there is joy and noise, and the eternal, invisible positivity of love.
Elegy
The years have passed, like mist over a river, And youth has faded like a garden. In my soul, there is only an echo of her Who once dreamed, loved, and suffered. But in my memory, the shadows of days past live, And the images that the heart cherishes. And in this sadness, a reflection of former fairies, And an eternal call that leads to eternity.
Star
In the heavenly heights, a lonely light, a star flickers like a secret sign. It has kept silence for many years, and in its depths lies universal darkness. But in this darkness lies beauty and power, and an eternal search for earthly truth. The star is the quiet, gentle growth of hope, and a symbol of eternal, unearthly love.
Wind
A free wind, wanderer and player, it drives the clouds away, whispers in the silence. It is a symbol of life, bold and distant, and an eternal call to an unknown land. It tears the leaves, plays with the waves, and awakens passions and dreams in the heart. The wind is the eternal banner of freedom, and the eternal dance of eternal beauty.
Inspiration
Suddenly, like lightning, pierces the darkness, Inspiration is wings for the soul. It gives the world newness, And in every sound – the quiet chic of life. It gives birth to rhymes and words, And images that cherish the heart. Inspiration is the divine head, And an eternal gift that calls to eternity.
Dreams
In misty dreams, in a world of dreams, the soul soars, forgetting earthly pain. There is neither time nor shores, only an eternal call and eternal love. There, fairy tales and dreams come to life, and in every image – a magical light. In misty dreams – eternal flowers, and an eternal search for the truth of victories.
Twilight
Twilight creeps in, quiet and gentle, Concealing the world in a twilight haze. Sounds melt away in it, and all days fade, And the heart freezes in silence. But this silence holds its own beauty, And a mystery that beckons and calls. Twilight is the quiet line of eternity, And an eternal sleep that leads to eternity.
Pearl
A pearl is hidden in a seashell, a tear of the moon frozen in water. It is full of light, tenderness, and torment, and an eternal mystery hidden in the depths. It reflects the sky and the sea, and in every glimmer is the eternal call of love. Pearls are a symbol of eternal fire, and the eternal beauty of the earthly field.
Aroma
The scent of flowers, intoxicating and rich, fills the air with a sweet dream. It awakens feelings dormant in the soul, and ignites an eternal light in the heart. It is like an elixir that bestows peace, and in every breath – eternal spring. The scent of flowers is a heavenly, pure call, and the eternal love that is given to us.
Shadow
Shadow is the companion of light, quiet and mute, It preserves the silence of centuries. It reflects another world, And a secret hidden from sight and words. It glides across walls and grass, And awakens sadness and quiet fear in the heart. Shadow is a symbol of eternity in this darkness, And an eternal call to unknown worlds.
Mirror
The mirror reflects the soul, and secrets hidden from prying eyes. Mirages can be seen in it, and the eternal call that beckons at this hour. It preserves the silence of centuries, and in every glimmer – a glimmer of eternal darkness. The mirror is a symbol of eternal dreams, and the eternal beauty of earthly destiny.
Song
The song flows like a mountain stream, filling the heart with joy and light. It reflects the world of people, and the eternal call to unknown planets. It awakens feelings dormant in the soul, and in every sound there is eternal love. Song is a symbol of eternal beauty, and an eternal gift bestowed upon us anew.