WORDPLAY: H

H
    Hands folder in prayer
    The pilgrims' chants resounded against
    the harsh mud walls.
    The winds sharpened the rain drops
    As the howled against the restless leaves;
    As though, in their own words they struggled
    To answer the many sheds of tears
    that last restive
    for pardon and for peace. 

Adnan M. S. Fakir teaches Economics at BRAC University. Outside he directs a documentary film series called "Finding Bangladesh," writes, takes photos, does social activism and travels a lot. He can be reached at adnanfakir@gmail.com