Top 15 Beautiful Poems by Doctor and Poet Nguyen Duc Toan

Poem by: Nguyen Toan

The square on a cold winter's afternoon
The vast expanse, with clouds floating by
The golden sun casting its warm light
Spreads across the stone yard, where laughter fills the air

The winter wind quietly bids farewell to autumn
The crisp air brings memories of past glory
The reed flags gather for a drill
To forge great deeds that echo through the homeland

The reeds, white and plentiful in the square
Sway gently in the breeze, uniting in their familiar color
Remembering the drills with reed flags
We march forward together for our shared future

Poem by: Nguyen Toan

The thousand-year-old capital of culture
You went to pursue knowledge, to seek fame and fortune
Far from home, far from the land you love
Alone, in a rented room, missing me deeply

Back home, we were like shadows together
But here, I stay with only memories of you and our child
You, tirelessly working from dawn till dusk
Raising and nurturing our child in your loving embrace

I love you for that one word, love
I feel for you in your struggles alone back home
Day after day, coming and going
You turn like a spinning top, with friends by your side

Every day, waking early, staying up late
There were nights when our child fell ill, and you soothed them through the night
Here, I vow to work day and night
To finish my studies quickly, so I can return to you.

Poem: Nguyễn Toàn

Vietnamese Teacher's Day
A day to honor the teachers' efforts
The dedication they have shown
Teaching tirelessly day and night

Vietnamese Teacher's Day
Students, young and old alike
Gather joyfully and eagerly
To express gratitude to their educators

Now I am a parent
But still a learner myself
So I join with enthusiasm
In celebrating our teachers

Now I am a parent
Yet I still remember my old teachers
Meeting them again is a joy
And I recall those who are no longer here

The teaching profession is noble
Shaping countless generations
Like boatmen guiding passengers
Leaving a legacy that lasts a century.

Poem: Nguyễn Toàn

In the early morning of the Northwest
I visit the mustard garden on the mountain
And am greeted by an unexpected scene
A vast field of white mustard flowers

As I walk through the garden
The white petals are so pure
The morning dew still rests on the green leaves
Welcoming a new day

I immerse myself in the white blossoms
The air filled with their sweet scent
As the sunlight dances on the flowers
It feels as though I'm in a dream

There are some girls from the plains
Wearing colorful traditional clothes
Posing with bright smiles
Perhaps I’ve mistaken them for fairies

The field stretches out in white
Blending with the white clouds above
The sky and earth seem to unite
Creating a scene from a celestial realm.

Poem by: Nguyễn Toàn

White roses blooming bright
A pure and flawless white
Filling life with fragrance bright
Admiring flowers, mind takes flight

White-clad warriors stand
Treating patients with a steady hand
Fighting fiercely for each life
Bringing hope amid the strife

Regardless of day or night
Quietly and without a fight
Enduring hardship, through the pain
Striving to rise again

Even in the winter's freeze
Or storms that howl with ease
All for the patients they care
Endurance makes them rare

These white-clad warriors stand
Like white roses in the land
Spreading fragrance through the air
With the noble task they bear

The fragrance of white blossoms spreads
Through the air, it softly treads
White robes, a symbol clear
Spreading hope far and near.

Poem by: Nguyễn Toàn

Unity is the power
Of the Vietnamese people
Bringing countless victories
Defeating many foes

Covid spreads rapidly
Causing deadly harm
Shattering the economy
Affecting countless lives

Fighting the pandemic is like fighting an enemy
Unity is key
From every citizen
Victory will follow

From the central government to the locals
All working together as one
Unified in purpose
Strength that leads to triumph

The white-clad warriors stand
Silent and steadfast
Enduring danger and hardship
Devoted to the people

We must follow strictly
The 5K message
With determined government action
We will sing the song of victory.

Poem by: Nguyễn Toàn

Once, rice stood tall in the village
At the base of a dirt road
Beside the vast fields
Spreading a sea of green

I remember the old days in March
Flowers falling on the grass
The tree trunk was all red
But now, it’s no longer there

Now, rice stands on the sidewalk
The village has turned into a town
The road has been paved with asphalt
The noisy sound of engines fills the air

Yet, every March
The red flowers of the rice tree bloom again
They catch the eye of those passing by

From those gnarled branches
Countless buds spring forth
Then the red rice flowers bloom
A sky full of nostalgic feelings

On the sidewalk, the red rice flowers fall
And with them, come waves of longing
Picking flowers beneath the tree
I keep these memories close to my heart.

Poem by: Nguyễn Toàn

The family gathers at the village
Moved with emotion, remembering our beloved father
How much we miss him, how deeply we long
For the nurturing love he gave, a flood of memories

He used to take me to fly kites along the dike
His shadow harvesting rice, bringing it to the drying yard
My childhood filled with laughter
The village with its sweet fruit, the place I always return

But then came the day of aching sorrow
When father was no longer with us, and the memory lingers
Jasmine and grapefruit flowers burn incense
And mango blooms in the garden, along with peony

Springtime, with its fragrant red blooms
All remind me of the gifts father gave to us
The landscape remains, but the person is gone
With a heavy heart, I shed tears, as the grandchildren remember.

Poet: Nguyễn Toàn

Because the pandemic spreads far and wide
Many are facing hardships with lockdowns
Encouraging words from friends to each other
After the storm, the skies will clear and the disease will pass

Friends send gifts, noodles and shampoos
From near and far, showing love for all
Two words: love and community
So let's work together, there's no need for fear

With talent and leadership, no fear
Wearing masks and rolling up sleeves, for the people
Braving challenges without hesitation
We hope for peace in every home

Following the tradition of our ancestors
Helping those in need for the peace of the community
When the whole nation unites
The victory will come with love and solidarity.

Poem: Nguyen Toan
Golden summer brings blooming flowers
The golden hue spreads along the paths we tread
Clusters of blooms hang down, so mesmerizing
Petals fall, scattering along the way

Reminiscing the youth of long ago
We studied hard together in summer's glow
Laughter echoed softly in our ears
Flowers fell, flowing like soft hair near us

Cherishing those calm moments together
Your smile, your gaze, beside you in the golden summer
Hesitant, shy, without words spoken
Secretly in love, dreaming of you by my side

For the sake of love, sincere and true
Now I remain, alone and thinking of you
Watching the flowers fall, recalling the time
Wishing you happiness with the one you love

Poem: Nguyễn Toàn

Our beloved Vietnam
Curves into a perfect 'S' shape
A history of a thousand years
Glorious and proud we stand

Leaving the shores of Nhà Rồng
Our leader sought the path to freedom
The ship sailed through storms and strife
For the people, for the homeland

The ships with no names
Through the open seas and perilous times
Brave and clever, they pressed on
For the southern lands we hold dear

The trains of reunification
Travel from North to South
Uniting all regions
Our nation, one undivided

The deep-water ports
The international airports
A country on the rise
A society thriving and bright

The government steers our course
Through challenges and trials
We overcome every hardship
And face the future with hope

With trust and optimism
We reap the rewards of our labor
Stretching out into the vast ocean
Our nation stands proud among the world.

Poem: Nguyễn Toàn

Today is the first day of school
You're up early, ready to teach
When the rooster crows at dawn
In your clothes, so neat and fresh

You skip to school, full of cheer
Smiling, with joy and delight
Meeting teachers and friends again
The school, so warm and full of care

Your friends are excited too
Red scarves and white uniforms
Balloons and flags held high
Neatly lined up, side by side

The sound of the drum beats loud
The ceremony begins with pride
Marching past the stage with grace
Welcoming new students on their way

The teachers, in their graceful ao dai
Elegant and kind, guiding with love
Like a mother’s gentle touch
They teach with patience and care

The teacher’s advice, soft and warm
With love, and wisdom, she guides
On this first day, I promise
To study well, to be kind.

This poem was set to music by composer Kiều Tấn Minh and introduced by the Central Youth Union on their YouTube channel.

Poet: Nguyễn Toàn

The hero Lương Văn Tụy
Youth of Ninh Bình
For the country, he forgot himself
His legacy will be remembered forever

Lương Văn Tụy, a gifted student
With a brilliant administrative team
All efforts contributed
To strengthen the school day by day

The new school was completed
With a modern and spacious campus
The grand inauguration ceremony
Has laid a strong foundation

The opening ceremony of the new school
Was filled with flags and flowers
The people's hearts were united
Together building the new school

The new school, a national standard
Fulfilling dreams of success
International achievements await
And Ninh Bình will shine brightly.

Lương Văn Tụy High School is a specialized high school in Ninh Bình, part of Vietnam's network of specialized high schools.

Poet: Nguyễn Toàn

Mother told me stories from my childhood
Of Nha Trang, the beautiful summer city
It captured my heart, left me in awe
Wishing to visit one day, not far away

The first time I went to Nha Trang
With you, experiencing its charm and beauty
Nha Trang’s warm hospitality was a pleasant surprise
Even after leaving, I still felt its magic in my heart

The second time, with our children
We shared an emotional experience, together as one
A warm family, filled with joy
Making memories in Nha Trang, forever unforgettable

The third time, I went with friends
Though I had friends with me, I missed you
The Mun, Miễu, and Tre islands
All are precious gems worth visiting, as well as the Thap Ba

Thinking of you, the love was overwhelming
So much beauty around me, yet a sense of longing
Wading along the shore, as the tide rose
My heart silently promised to return again

I will come back to Nha Trang
To make our love even more beautiful, fulfilling all our dreams.

Poem by: Nguyen Toan

Thought there would be no Mid-Autumn Festival
Because of Covid spreading through the community
But the whole country united
Following the government's call with the hope that

We hope the pandemic will end
So the people can live in peace and safety
And that soon the Mid-Autumn Festival
Will push Covid back so we can celebrate the moon

Celebrating the moon with Lady Hang
The Mid-Autumn Festival is full of joy and excitement
Rejoicing that we still have the festival
Rejoicing that the whole country remains determined