SlideShare a Scribd company logo
1 of 2
“From love we learn to ease
our fretful longing for more
and to rest in the blessedness
of things as they are.
From love we learn to heal our losses
and our fears of loss.
Love awakens us.
It shows us the truth about ourselves and
gives us the courage to live this truth.
Love sustains us:
it is our quintessential nourishment.
And love connects us–to others,
to ourselves, and to the source of all being.
Love is our teacher,
and we are love’s apprentices.”
This beautiful Valentine’s Day poem was sent to me by my friends
Rich and Antra Borofsky, I thought you might enjoy it too!
Lama Surya Das

More Related Content

More from Surya Das

Prayer for nepal
Prayer for nepalPrayer for nepal
Prayer for nepal
Surya Das
 
A poor man asked the buddha
A poor man asked the buddhaA poor man asked the buddha
A poor man asked the buddha
Surya Das
 
A poor man asked the buddha
A poor man asked the buddhaA poor man asked the buddha
A poor man asked the buddha
Surya Das
 
The essence of awakening
The essence of awakeningThe essence of awakening
The essence of awakening
Surya Das
 

More from Surya Das (11)

Prayer for nepal
Prayer for nepalPrayer for nepal
Prayer for nepal
 
The snow man
The snow manThe snow man
The snow man
 
A poor man asked the buddha
A poor man asked the buddhaA poor man asked the buddha
A poor man asked the buddha
 
A poor man asked the buddha
A poor man asked the buddhaA poor man asked the buddha
A poor man asked the buddha
 
The man from tibet
The man from tibetThe man from tibet
The man from tibet
 
Keep your eyes peeled
Keep your eyes peeledKeep your eyes peeled
Keep your eyes peeled
 
An american lama's thoughts on prayer
An american lama's thoughts on prayerAn american lama's thoughts on prayer
An american lama's thoughts on prayer
 
Buddha is as buddha does
Buddha is as buddha doesBuddha is as buddha does
Buddha is as buddha does
 
Ask the lama
Ask the lamaAsk the lama
Ask the lama
 
The power of prayer - Lama Surya Das Married
The power of prayer - Lama Surya Das MarriedThe power of prayer - Lama Surya Das Married
The power of prayer - Lama Surya Das Married
 
The essence of awakening
The essence of awakeningThe essence of awakening
The essence of awakening
 

Recently uploaded

Recently uploaded (18)

A373 true knowledge Not according to true knowledge, knowledge/true knowledg...
A373 true knowledge  Not according to true knowledge, knowledge/true knowledg...A373 true knowledge  Not according to true knowledge, knowledge/true knowledg...
A373 true knowledge Not according to true knowledge, knowledge/true knowledg...
 
Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Louise de Marillac Played a Central Part in t...
Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Louise de Marillac Played a Central Part in t...Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Louise de Marillac Played a Central Part in t...
Saint Vincent de Paul and Saint Louise de Marillac Played a Central Part in t...
 
Jude: The Acts of the Apostates: Waterless Clouds (vv.8-13).pptx
Jude: The Acts of the Apostates: Waterless Clouds (vv.8-13).pptxJude: The Acts of the Apostates: Waterless Clouds (vv.8-13).pptx
Jude: The Acts of the Apostates: Waterless Clouds (vv.8-13).pptx
 
RTPM - DSHS Class of 2024 - Baccalaureate Mass
RTPM - DSHS Class of 2024 - Baccalaureate MassRTPM - DSHS Class of 2024 - Baccalaureate Mass
RTPM - DSHS Class of 2024 - Baccalaureate Mass
 
The Prophecy of Enoch in Jude 14-16_.pptx
The Prophecy of Enoch in Jude 14-16_.pptxThe Prophecy of Enoch in Jude 14-16_.pptx
The Prophecy of Enoch in Jude 14-16_.pptx
 
Homosexuality and Ordination of Woman
Homosexuality and Ordination of WomanHomosexuality and Ordination of Woman
Homosexuality and Ordination of Woman
 
English - The Book of Leviticus the Third Book of Moses.pdf
English - The Book of Leviticus the Third Book of Moses.pdfEnglish - The Book of Leviticus the Third Book of Moses.pdf
English - The Book of Leviticus the Third Book of Moses.pdf
 
Codex Singularity: Search for the Prisca Sapientia
Codex Singularity: Search for the Prisca SapientiaCodex Singularity: Search for the Prisca Sapientia
Codex Singularity: Search for the Prisca Sapientia
 
A Chronology of the Resurrection Appearances
A Chronology of the Resurrection AppearancesA Chronology of the Resurrection Appearances
A Chronology of the Resurrection Appearances
 
Reflections and Aspirations for Wesak 2024 (Eng. & Chi.).pptx
Reflections and Aspirations for Wesak  2024  (Eng. & Chi.).pptxReflections and Aspirations for Wesak  2024  (Eng. & Chi.).pptx
Reflections and Aspirations for Wesak 2024 (Eng. & Chi.).pptx
 
Surah Al-Mulk: Lessons on Guidance and Mercy
Surah Al-Mulk: Lessons on Guidance and MercySurah Al-Mulk: Lessons on Guidance and Mercy
Surah Al-Mulk: Lessons on Guidance and Mercy
 
Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 5 26 24
Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 5 26 24Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 5 26 24
Deerfoot Church of Christ Bulletin 5 26 24
 
2024 Wisdom Touch Tour Houston Slide Deck
2024 Wisdom Touch Tour Houston Slide Deck2024 Wisdom Touch Tour Houston Slide Deck
2024 Wisdom Touch Tour Houston Slide Deck
 
Spirituality: Beyond Dogmatic Texts - Audio Book
Spirituality: Beyond Dogmatic Texts - Audio BookSpirituality: Beyond Dogmatic Texts - Audio Book
Spirituality: Beyond Dogmatic Texts - Audio Book
 
Life Lessons to Learn ~ A Free Full-Color eBook (English).pdf
Life Lessons to Learn ~ A Free Full-Color eBook (English).pdfLife Lessons to Learn ~ A Free Full-Color eBook (English).pdf
Life Lessons to Learn ~ A Free Full-Color eBook (English).pdf
 
308 David Displeased the Lord 309 What Will it Take for God to Get Your Atten...
308 David Displeased the Lord 309 What Will it Take for God to Get Your Atten...308 David Displeased the Lord 309 What Will it Take for God to Get Your Atten...
308 David Displeased the Lord 309 What Will it Take for God to Get Your Atten...
 
Catechism_05_Blessed Trinity based on Compendium CCC.pptx
Catechism_05_Blessed Trinity based on Compendium CCC.pptxCatechism_05_Blessed Trinity based on Compendium CCC.pptx
Catechism_05_Blessed Trinity based on Compendium CCC.pptx
 
The_Chronological_Life_of_Christ_Part_101_Misordered_Priorities
The_Chronological_Life_of_Christ_Part_101_Misordered_PrioritiesThe_Chronological_Life_of_Christ_Part_101_Misordered_Priorities
The_Chronological_Life_of_Christ_Part_101_Misordered_Priorities
 

A beautiful poem from beautiful friends

  • 1. “From love we learn to ease our fretful longing for more and to rest in the blessedness of things as they are. From love we learn to heal our losses and our fears of loss. Love awakens us. It shows us the truth about ourselves and gives us the courage to live this truth.
  • 2. Love sustains us: it is our quintessential nourishment. And love connects us–to others, to ourselves, and to the source of all being. Love is our teacher, and we are love’s apprentices.” This beautiful Valentine’s Day poem was sent to me by my friends Rich and Antra Borofsky, I thought you might enjoy it too! Lama Surya Das