World Poetry Day - Haiku Competition
To celebrate World Poetry Day 2021 (Sunday 21st March) – we are asking Western Trust Staff to write and send us in a short Haiku Poem. We will award spot prizes for the Top 5 Haiku Poems.
Send us your Haiku poem via email to: twist.west@westerntrust.hscni.net
Closing date for submissions is: Thursday 29th of April 2021
All submitted Haiku Poems will be featured on the TWIST West Website.
What is a Haiku Poem?
A haiku is traditionally a Japanese poem consisting of three short lines that do not rhyme. The origins of haiku poems can be traced back as far as the 9th century.
A haiku is considered to be more than a type of poem; it is a way of looking at the physical world and seeing something deeper, like the very nature of existence. It should leave the reader with a strong feeling or impression.
A haiku focuses on one brief moment in time, employs provocative, colourful imagery, and provides a sudden moment of illumination.
https://examples.yourdictionary.com/examples-of-haiku-poems.html
Examples of Haiku Poems
Morning Sun is here,
I bask in the rays that warm
My soul, for today.
Shauna Healy
In the twilight rain
these brilliant-hued hibiscus -
A lovely sunset.
A haiku is a short three-line poem that usually follows a 5-7-5 syllable structure. Haiku poetry was originally developed by Japanese poets, and is often inspired by nature, a moment of beauty, or a poignant experience. Haikus are meant to be read in one breath for resonance and impact. We’ll show you how to write a beautiful, pleasant-sounding poem in the quick steps below.
Wiki How provides a step by step guide on how to write a Haiku Poem here: www.wikihow.com/Write-a-Haiku-Poem
Or just let the writing flow and ensure you have:
- 3 lines
- 1st line = 5 syllables
- 2nd line = 7 syllables
- 3rd line = 5 syllables
- And try to capture a moment in time
