BLISS

                      The way of bliss and true tranquility
                      Derives from peace and not hostility,
                      From learning to be placid and serene
                     Though others may be angry, rude and mean.
                     There’s happiness in learning to transcend
                     The impulse that might lead one to offend
                     Another soul and make an adversary,
                     Leaving both parties fearful, anguished, wary.
                     No other attitude should stand above
                     The eminence of charitable love.

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