I have read the scriptures

I have learned the ancient wisdom

But nothing could quench the thirst

That made me embark on this quest.

Reading is not enough

Learning is a mere tool

To draw attention to seek the truth.

If you want to earn the ultimate wisdom

You have to burn yourself first

and walk in the fire,

So the truths dawn on you

as you unravel the secrets of self-discovery.

(This poem is part of the series titled ‘Journey Inward’, where I am going to publish 30 poems on spirituality, introspection and self-discovery. You can read the other poems of this series from here.)

(I’m participating in #BlogchatterA2Z)

(I am also participating in the Global A to Z Blogging Challenge 2025 and the Na/GloPoWriMo Challenge 2025.)