Manatita’s Full Bio. (Cecil Kingsley Hutchinson)
Cecil Kingsley Hutchinson, a.k.a Manatita, is an esteemed creative writer and author, residing in London, UK. His published works include his spiritual Magnum Opus, My Guru, Sri Chinmoy: Life and Teachings, and Blossoms for the Heart, a collection of inspirational Sonnets and free verse.
His ability to weave words is unique, his focus being the uplifting, lofty and sublime. The written word as expressed through his intuitive feel has a sophisticated flair, so much so that it unlocks the threshold of imagination, novelty, and curiosity, treading on the path to ethereal artistry, with a kaleidoscope of colours. For Manatita, the esoteric poet is inspired from within.
Manatita was born and brought up in Grenada, West Indies, amidst the sweet fragrance of spirituality and endearment of his parents and Faith. His inspiration for poetry began at an early age, and he was influenced by Shakespeare, Keats, Wordsworth, Blake, Kipling and many more.
Manatita honed his skills initially by reading the works of the great English writers and poets while sitting beneath lamp posts in the early hours of the morning dawn, in the transcendent Caribbean sunshine.
In 1973, Manatita travelled to London, UK, where he first heard of Sri Chinmoy and was influenced by the Guru’s works. This is quite evident from Manatita’s quotation here:
“It was only with my spiritual awakening, that I was able to recognize the depth of inner awareness, given to me on Sri Chinmoy’s Path. I then realized that prior to my conscious awakening; I was unconsciously reaching for higher ideals.”
Today, nearly forty one years later, he is still very much an active member of the Sri Chinmoy Centre, and a devoted disciple of this spiritual luminary. In his spare time, Manatita enjoys performing at poetry venues, both live and on Zoom (since Covid-19). He has been said to inspire others with his uplifting poems, but is essentially a student of Love and ardent practitioner of Yoga philosophy, sharing his insights on the prayerful and meditative life.
Manatita feels tremendous joy in serving his brothers and sisters – Mankind -- and consistently endeavours to uplift others through selfless service, as taught by his is beloved Guruji, Sri Chinmoy.