Leaf 1 - The Holy Basil

Basil leaf! Benign, Benevolent, Bestowing peace, Bereft of any gaudy hues, Balmy yet unassuming, Bidding an egoless soul Beckoning union with the divine spirit! The holy Basil! The plant that grows in abundance, Tiny bell shaped flowers, The stalk holding a profusion of six bells Twelve clusters lining up like a plume, To marvel there are no hues, The humble nature makes its presence Through its simple elegance! The green leaf That spreads its fragrance; The black purple basil -‘ocymum sanctum' The white basil -‘ocymum album', The aroma of a loving heart, The aroma of a tranquil mind, The fragrance of friendship, The fragrance of oneness! A matchless leafy essence An effective juice for maladies, A wonder drug that can cure Ailments of varied kind A wellness plant! A basil leaf can win a heart, Aid in the prayers of saintly men, An attraction for God and His messengers! Hark! She cares, nourishes and rejuvenates Holy basil - a friendly plant Holding on in abundance, Helping to mingle and merge gleefully, Hearty in nature with a generous heart Hailing her soothing fragrance; Hovering around in radiant joy, Happy plant that delights every humble abode!