“The End of Suffering” by Thich Nhat Hanh

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May the sound of this bell penetrate deep into the cosmos.

Even in the darkest spots living beings are able to hear it clearly

so that all suffering in them cease, understanding comes to their heart

and they transcend the path of sorrow and death.

The universal dharma door is already open 

The sound of the rising tide is heard clearly 

The miracle happens

A beautiful child appears in the heart of the lotus flower 

One single drop of this compassionate water is enough 

to bring back the refreshing spring to our mountains and rivers.


Listening to the bell I feel the afflictions in me begin to dissolve 

My mind calm, my body relaxed 

A smile is born on my lips

Following the sound of the bell, my breath brings me back 

to the safe island of mindfulness

In the garden of my heart, the flowers of peace bloom beautifully.


SOURCE: https://www.beliefnet.com/wellness/health/the-end-of-suffering.aspx

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