Words of an ancient

My legs hurt
The ache of 108 prostrations
Gentle rain trickles
The music of downpipes and gutters
As the words of an ancient
resonate deep inside somewhere
'With clear awareness,
one takes up the responsibility of helping other sentient beings
as if one is sitting in perfect silence.'*


[11 June 08]

*Master Hongzhi quoted on p137 in Illuminating Silence by Master Sheng-yen