Swami, My Lord…

Swami, my Lord…

How patiently You have waited for me…
For many years I was ignorant of You
Yet many more I have searched for You
And when I have found my God in You
I was still plagued with doubts of You

Swami, my guru…

How graciously You have guided me…
Your books became my constant companion
Your messages were my solace when in confusion
Your words never failed to inspire and uplift me
Your teachings paved the path to help me see

Swami, my father…

How tenderly You have loved me…
Each time we met, You brought me closer
Every question I asked, You gave me an answer
When darkness blinded me and I was led astray
You came in my dream to show the way

Swami, my atma…

How lovingly You are always with me…
Work through my body so I may serve You in others
Think through my mind so I may help You in others
Speak through my lips so I may comfort You in others
Love through my heart so I may love You in others

Swami, my Lord, my guru, my father, my atma…
I have surrendered myself to You at Your lotus feet…

~Adeline Teh, USA