The Compass of Compassion #664

The Compass of Compassion In the rush, a truth profound, Whispers soft without a sound. Healing tied to acts of love, Wisdom ancient, stars above. Called to peer into our soul, Where empathy and love take toll. Beyond the self, our visions leap, To where the others' sorrows sleep. Guided by the ancient text, Love and empathy, our quest. Not just words for us to read, But lives to live, a sacred deed. Loving neighbors, path to find, To our own spirit, heart, and mind. Each act of kindness, connection true, Steps on the path, healing anew. In giving, we receive, behold— A truth that's ageless, brave, and bold. Our well-being, with others twined, In every gesture, love we find. Through life's labyrinth, let us hold, Compassion's power, bold and bold. Guided by empathy's light, Out of the shadows, into the night. For in compassion's depth, we see, The essence of humanity. A journey beyond the self, a chart, Into the very human heart. Written by Steven G. Lee (March 24, 2024)