The Promise

Whose knock awakens

The deep slumber of the night,

For this precious life,

To slowly cast in light?

The lineage teachings—

That vessel full of treasure,

Who is it, rowing its oars?

In an instant,

It’s at our door.

Just one step forward,

We can readily board;

Sailing toward

The uncharted sea of wisdom.

There, your kind, loving smile

Brings into our lives

A resplendent brightness.

Countless,

Rippling waves of compassion;

Infinite,

Surging tides of wisdom;

Steering straight to the morning sun

With you,

Safeguarding us.

Your loving care and protection

Promises us—

For all the days to come,

Always,

You’re by our side.