THE SONG OF PEACE
Dr. C. Jacob
The fragrant paste of sandalwood,
The sweet scent of jasmines white
Are names different for a good heart;
For, once the heart is made good,
With wants nil one can live.
In the eyes with which you see,
The entire universe lies;
In the mind with which you think,
Peace and happiness are hid.
The mind if once is made calm,
No need there is for outward help:
He who conquers his mind first
Surely succeeds in everything.
Subdue your tongue flippant
And fill your mind with stillness;
Enfold unto you every man
And reach the pinnacle of peace.
(Translated from Telugu, a lyric written by
Sri S. B. Sreerama
Murthy,
Announcer, AI.R, Vijayawada)