When the sky within me
Reaches out to the horizon dawning in your infinitude
When the fire raging within me
Seeks to be quenched with the sweet nectar of your tenderness
When the torrents flowing through my heart
Desire refuge in the ocean of your compassion
When my tribulations and doubts
Are laid to rest in the comfort of your being
I know I have not fallen but risen in love
I know that divinity waits patiently
To welcome me in its midst
At a time when I am ready
To drop off all worldly illusions
And be one with the ultimate reality

Subir Chakraborty
31st Dec 2023