46. COMMAND AND OBEY

I have commanded;
Therefore I have also obeyed.

Who has commanded?
The I-God in me.

Who has obeyed?
The I-man in me.

I have obeyed;
Therefore I shall also command.

I shall command
My Eternity’s perfection
      Of dedication-life.
Sri Chinmoy, The Golden Boat, Part 7, Vishma Press, New York, 1974