The white lily
Respectfully To Master Ching Hai
There is a white lily
Timid and shy, hiding quietly
Gently moves in the soft breeze
And its fragrance, so pure and light!
A pure, innocent young girl
Moon admirer, dream weaver
Love poetry, and writing the verses
Cherishing the hope of a puppy love
Live in daydreams, the sweet verse
When comes of age
Just like the blossoming flowers
She smiles... God give
Oh! Is there anything that makes sense?
This world is full of danger and misery
Travelling all corners of the Earth
The Earth, what kind of affinity?
Human life is ephemeral
The world is in upheaval
So much pain and misery
How could I stay to watch?
Live worldly life in glory
Happiness and prosperity
To accept is failure
Who knows what the next life is like?
She is the white lily
Skipping with joy through walks of life
For Her eye has opened wide
And the world is intoxicated in happiness
Travels the world
Helping people in misery
Touching many hearts
Reviving withered smiles
Humankind is I
Worldly people are also I
Born into this life
All are one family
Helping others and forgets oneself
Loving people, sacrifice at will
Here it is, the white lily
Shining brightly like the morning sun.
Thu Ho
Late Autumn, 1996
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