Arise – Peter Rowan
From time without beginning
All my ancient parents
Have shown me great kindness
In lifetime after lifetime
In confusion and sorrow
We wander now in darkness
Birth, old age, sickness, and death
Like a shadow close behind
When I think of how you loved me
And you cared for me so kindly
Fed and clothed me
And kept me from all harm
O I want to take you with me
Across samsara’s waters
Like a child running to its mother’s arms
Love and compassion
Lightning flashing
Rainbows fill the sky
And every living, breathing being
Find happiness
And wisdom mind
Bodhi-citta mind
ARISE!
O Fearless Greatness Primordial Radiant Wisdom!
Help us to overcome
All evil’s haunted cries
Lotus born in muddy waters
Open w ide the gates of Eden
Free from hatred, jealousy, and pride
Love and compassion
Lightning flashing
Rainbows fill the sky
And every living, breathing being
Find happiness
And wisdom mind
Bodhi-citta mind
ARISE!