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A Song on Impermanence

From this spouse and these near and dear ones you desire to live together,
Inseparable for all times, but there is no doubt that you will be separated.

From this excellent home you would like to be inseparable forever
And take root in it, but you will surely depart.

From this happiness, well-being, and wealth you want to be inseparable forever
So that you can relish them, but it is certain you will lose them.

From this supreme human body with it's freedoms and riches you wish to be inseparable
And own it until the end of times, but there is no way that you won't die.

From this great teacher you yearn to be inseparable
And listen to the dharma for all eternity, but there is no question that you will be separated.

From these good friends you wish to be inseparable forever
So you can cherish each other, but it's sure that you will be parted.

Therefore, from today on, don your armor of vigor--
The time has come to travel to the land of inseparable great bliss.

You, friends who have developed weariness from the depths of your hearts,

I, a dharma-beggar, request you to do so.

by the Khenchen Longchenpa

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