Notes About The Poem

These verses are inspired by the book, Prashna Upanishad, authored by Guru Bhaktananda.  Prashna means question, that is, questions of earnest seekers on the path. The reflections however do not purport to be a translation and in fact are merely the reactions of this poet, based on his internal spiritual journey. As such, the reader should go through the original text and come to their independent conclusions. 

Prashna Upanishad verse 1:9

he who seeks liberation
is in a state of separation
desiring to go from here to there
although God or Self is everywhere

practices based on belief
offers the heart no relief
so simply remaining self-aware
even the need to ascend outstare
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