Bhaddekaratta Gatha

The Gatha from the Bhaddekaratta Sutra

Do not pursue the past
The future leave alone
The past no longer is
The future still unknown

But deeply look at life
The here-and-now to see
Thus one who walks the Path
Will dwell stably and free

Exert yourself today
Tomorrow is too late
We can't predict our death
Nor bargain with our fate

Who night and day does dwell
With mindfulness imbued
The wise will call him one
Who knows true solitude


May all beings attain Perfect Peace


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