Peace

Thinking that the world would change

I was meditating under a tree–

Away from the world, to enjoy the beauty of nature.

And in nature, there is so much to see…..

I was hoping that God would grant me a boon…..

That everyone would be gentle, like the moon.

Lies should hurt, not the truth.

Everyone should take an oath

To uphold brotherhood.

God created us; we are his children.

Then why are we being mean to each other?

Why do we sin?

And betray our kin?

I never asked for anything for myself–

Just peace in the world; that’s my task

Thinking that the world would change

Into a better place,

Where women will be safe

That’s where I want to live.

— Neel