Bodhi Place

Here is the Bodhi-Place, quiet and peaceful. The snow-mountain, the dwelling-place of deities, stands high above; Below, far from here in the village, my faithful patrons live; Surrounding it are mountains nestling in white snow. In the foreground stand the wish-granting trees; In the valley lie vast meadows, blooming wild. Around the pleasant, sweet-scented lotus, insects hum; Along the banks of the stream And in the middle of the lake, Cranes bend their necks, enjoying the scene, and are content. On the branches of the trees, the wild birds sing; When the wind blows gently, slowly dances the weeping willow; In the treetops monkeys bound and leap for joy; In the wild green pastures graze the scattered herds, And merry shepherds, gay and free from worry, Sing cheerful songs and play upon their reeds. The people of the world, with burning desires and craving, Distracted by affairs, become the slaves of earth. Milarepa via ramon4 http://500px.com/photo/101675087