Infinite Peace For Friend Thad Poem by ivor or ivor.e hogg

The golden tones of a bronze gong
still echo although silently.
When first I heard that sacred song
whose melody enraptured me.

His treble voice was crystal clear
each note he sang hung in the air.
I felt his presence drawing near.
I longed to move but did not dare.

The treasure I had come to steal.
Was now of little interest
this sacred place was to reveal.
My evil demons dispossessed.

The scales had fallen from my eyes.
No longer ruled by lust and greed
I saw that wisdom was the prize
which would fulfil my every need.

One moment all was crystal clear
I understood reality.
Then I succumbed to abject fear
betrayed by frail humanity.

I’ve searched the world but searched in vain.
In pursuit of my endless quest.
to find that sacred place again.
Until I do I’ll know no rest

I garner knowledge as I go
and store it in my memory.
I’m glad to share the things I know
in fair exchange for what you teach me.

Perhaps one day my feet may find
the pathway to that sanctuary.
Where I can leave the world behind.
Be purged of self and simply be.

I long to hear that great bronze gong.
Which echoes to infinity
and understand the sacred song.
Which underpins reality.

Long years have passed my limbs grow weak
but still I’m forced to journey on
until I find the place I seek.
Where everything blends into one.

23-Dec-07