The Dhammapada: Flowers by Julian Colgan (Repost of a beautiful Doha)

Appreciating and glorifying 

the flower like teachings of the Buddha,

choose the Path that transcends every other path

and do not be afraid to look

past the highs and lows of the Gods,

for the Gods of Life and Death

are not Fully Realized.

Being considerate of the flowery pleasures

that can be attained in and outside of the body,

emerge victorious from such pleasures,

for it is Mara in disguise.

Asleep to the Fully Realized

state of Buddhahood,

the death of harmony and unity

is the natural consequence of mistaking

the pursuit of pleasure as the goal of Life itself.

As expert as a bee, the wise

sip the nectar that is found in abundance

in the practice of observing the opening and closing

of the Flower of the Buddha's Immortal Heart.

Paying no mind to the deeds of others,

focus on one's own Flowery Essence.

Filled with the fragrance of the Accomplished Ones,

those who practice what they preach

are assured of attracting many bee like companions.

Garlanding one's Buddha Nature

around the string of good deeds,

lead others into their Flowery Essence

by being as Open and Receptive as the Blossoming Flower of one's Dharma.

More fragrant than the incense of this world,

the Smell of Buddhahood

reaches High in the Sky,

permeating Itself in All Directions of the World's Mind.

Whoever is a True Flower of the Buddha

shines with the Purity of a New Born Lotus,

bringing relief to all who Gaze at Its Inward and Outward Beauty.

By Julian Colgan (Copyright)

Awake to Buddhahood

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