~ A song in imitation
.
As fragrance of supreme incense
Permeates throughout Dharma Realm
Reaching assemblies wide and far
Forming auspicious clouds everywhere
Granting our utmost sincere devotions
In perfect manifestation, all Buddhas appear
.
A stick of graceful incense
Dedicated to the Three Treasures
Praying for blessings of all Bodhisattvas
May all be peaceful and safe
With decreasing sickness and anger
May body and mind of all be at ease
.
The incense of immaculate mind
Offered to all sentient beings
Wishing joy and no worry
May all in the six realms benefit
With Buddhadharma flourishing
May great vows be widespread and deep
.
The aroma of incense from Chan
Appreciated in delight by the nose
Realizing interconnection of six sense faculties
Chan is wordless without form
All returns to emptiness
Samadhi and Wisdom are one, not two
.
(Written 2014/9/18 in New Jersey, USA. Published in Chan Magazine, Autumn 2015)