Buddhist Aura

how blessed I feel
how fortunate am I
crossing paths
with a living
buddhist monk
in flowing saffron robe
his face serene 
gaze so placid

waves of
universal peace
rippling
as he moves
along his path

the only thing
I know
is I know
nothing



AP: Honorable Mention 2021
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Blown Avatar
February 21, 2019 at 9:03 AM
every step as peace turns the endless path to joy (a quote)
Gauthier Avatar
February 21, 2019 at 9:49 AM
Lovely, Sand.
Kiser Avatar
February 21, 2019 at 1:44 AM
I love the imagery in this; so serene indeed; a peaceful and soothing poem.
Gauthier Avatar
February 21, 2019 at 9:49 AM
Thanks for your lovely visit and comment, ML.
Mcferran Avatar
February 20, 2019 at 10:04 PM
I love this!! I can practically feel the "waves of universal peace" rippling! ;)
Gauthier Avatar
February 20, 2019 at 10:13 PM
Thank you, Rhona. I'm glad you resonated with this poem.
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