Zen Nihilism

In Zen's embrace, we find the void, 
A nihilistic truth, often destroyed. 
No meaning, no purpose, all fades away, 
In stillness and emptiness, we choose to stay.

The world's illusions, they come and they go, 
Like ripples on water, a fleeting show. 
In nothingness, we find a profound peace, 
Where attachments and desires finally cease.

No gods, no masters, no grand design, 
Just the present moment, pure and divine. 
In Zen nihilism, we let it all be, 
Finding freedom in the vast, boundless sea.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Ibeh Avatar
September 25, 2023 at 7:54 PM
Beautiful poem, Jay:-) I enjoyed it. Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest!
Fowler Avatar
September 24, 2023 at 7:23 AM
I like this a lot Jay. Congratulations on your win! :)
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