The Songs, Compositions, and Poetry and Performances of Supreme Master Ching Hai (vegan), Part 16 of a Multi-part Series

Pride is usually the cause of distancing in love. Let us reconcile to renew the days and months of wonders and revive the source of sweet nectar on Earth, for time waits not, happiness might not be ever long-lasting, and the heart’s passion might also fade.

“I need to be a soldier of peace, To offer a hand of friendship. Because if you wait for me, And I, for you We’ll wait eternally for each other...

Then our hair will lose its lustre, Love will become adversed, Friends become enemies, High mountains turn to bottomless seas, And human language will grow powerless.

Why must we cry When we may laugh? Why must we forsake bliss In search of suffering?

Let’s take each other’s hand, Soaring above the realm of turbulence Gazing down on life, Our laughter throughout Earth and Heavens resonating. My very Darling!

We’d hold each other close, Speaking words of sacred-endearing, Whispering words of love. Let’s remake Eden Of the old time: The days we first entered each other’s lives. Yes, dearest beloved of mine!”

A cozy little home, where spring fragrance fills the air. Then comes a hopeful summer, a radiant autumn, and a gladdened winter by the glowing bonfire… All of which have given us a clear concept of the changing nature of life and the diversity in the Universe. With a heart at ease, our smiles are forever youthful and innocent.

“My cozy little home perches on the hillside Soothing breeze and gentle clouds draped amidst the sky Fragrant flowers and green grass perfume the air Pine trees hum enchantingly to the dance of moon goddesses fair.

In spring, wild flowers blanket the mountain In summer, cicadas croon to a sweet reverie In autumn, golden leaves embroider the windows In winter, flames sing cheerfully in the fire.

Radiantly the moon glows on the green peak Borne on the air a song of peace Jeweled melody rises with the wind soothing the clear sky.

Bring out the moon-shaped lute Sound a delightful musical chord Spirit soars with the loving notes of yore Joyful heart follows the music’s rhythm.

The forest path, intimate as an embrace Enfolding your dainty steps, lifting dreamy days From the distance the ocean waves poetic tunes Singing with me on this dazing afternoon.”

Since ancient times the Moon still shines in the heart of humanity, crescent then full, waning then waxing. Then and now, the Moon has always remained a faithful vow, a comforting shade. It brings joy to the struggling realm, smiling along with the topsy-turvy world.

“Spring’s here, I dream of the bygone moon To catch a glimpse of my beloved’s silhouette The ancient and modern in reunion Ethereal moonlight was miraculous Frustration surrounds in front Ignorance blocks from behind Valiantly I still walk Eyes still filled with hope. At night my heart still sees The spiritual path, and steadfast I shall continue All dragons do struggle To soar tomorrow through the vast sky. Many springs have passed Bright still the moon in this temple corner Still awake, the Zen master Moonlight filled the room.”

Happiness is ephemeral, but time seems eternal to those who wait. Happy days go by so quickly, but one’s longing is overwhelming. Everything leads lovers to different moods and sentiments. Regrets and yearning are the everlasting nightmare, haunting those in love.

“Oh, night, why am I yet wakeful And whom is the late night lamp missing? Drapes and covers seem so soulless Like our love which has long waned! Suddenly, the day seems to linger forever. And the wind seems so frigid on a summer night! Cold and lonely, I sit like a granite sculpture Like the lighthouse in rainy twilight If there isn’t you in life The flowers will forget to smile The sun will refuse to rise The moon and stars behind the clouds, will hide! See you not? That being apart, life becomes too melancholy? Let’s return to each other’s side So our hearts can exude the fragrance of life We’ll borrow fragrant blossoms Tuck them in our vibrant hair Sing to our slumber with lullabies of love And adorn our faces with kisses Nights will cease being fitful Days cease dragging on Life will become joyous, radiant And our love will never fade.”