233rd Chorus

There is no selfhood that can begin the practice
Of seeking to attain Anuttara Samyak Sambodhi
Highest  Perfect  Wisdom
        Yet
     “Faithfully and earnestly observe and study
     and explain this Scripture to others”
            is the gory reminder of bone.
            Others. “Listen, Subhuti! Wherever
            This Scripture shall be observed and studied
            and explained, that place
            will become sacred ground
            to which countless devas and angels
            will bring offerings. Such
            places, however humble they may be,
            will be reverenced as though
            they were famous temples & pagodas,
            to which countless pilgrims will come
            to offer worship and incense.
            And over them the devas & angels
            Will hover like a cloud & will sprinkle
            offerings of celestial flowers
            upon them.”

            The Pilgrims are happy.

The Pilgrim of the Holy Grail, the Snail,
The Pilgrim of the Fine Pagoda,
The Pilgrim of the Five Tendencies
       to Hear and Support Prayer –

No selfhood that can begin the practice
                of seeking to attain