Two hundred years ago Issa heard the morning birds singing sutras to this suffering world. I heard them too, this morning, which must mean, since we will always have a suffering world, we must also always have a song.
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Within my being lives a silent power, A firm, sound frame of wise and compassionate strength. How often do I deny this gift, This blessing from my Source? Perhaps as the outward power of the sun recedes in winter, I will learn to own the strength within.