https://ruverses.com/alexander-pushkin/to-chaadaev/4046/ ..And whilst with liberty we burn,
And whilst our hearts adore ovation,
Our country needs us, — let us turn
And dedicate our soul’s elation.
My friend, believe me that with thunder,
The star of joy will rise again!
And #Russia will arise from slumber,
Our names will be incised with wonder
On remnants of oppressive reign! Alexander #Pushkin
To #Chaadaev Translated by #AndreyKneller #translation #RussianPoetry #RussianHistory https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pyotr_Chaadayev
Alexander Pushkin. To Chaadaev. Translated by Andrey Kneller

The lies of fame and love’s resolve Have vanished now without a trace, Our youthful passions have dissolved As though a dream or morning haze. Yet, still, we’re burning with desire, And with impatience in our souls, Beneath the yoke of strengt...