The Sage

Alone, aloof, atop a hill there lived A sage whose renowned insight I sought To gain. Trekking, trudging I soon arrived Exhausted-- Price to pay for abstract thought. Upon my reaching wisdom's only door I ventured--dared- an undertaking knock. "Whose forceful rap I hear, I implore?" He asked. "A knowledge seeker, please unlock The mysteries of life, I'm looking for." "You that entreats abstruse profundity Request to borrow secrets from my door?" "Yes Master, my climb was steep and weary." "You are a fool! Effort was all in vain Wisdoms door is closed until it's gained.”