736. He is surprised

He is surprised
That his ignorance
Is still alive.

He is surprised
That his vital life
Is still strong.

He is surprised
That his inner cry
Is still feeble.

He is surprised
That his God
Is still unfed.

He is surprised
That his God
Is still compassionate.
Sri Chinmoy, The Dance of Life, part 15, Aum Press, Puerto Rico, 1973