Mr. Altig’s Overview of the Wonderful Dharma of the Lotus Sutra

In the tapestry of existence, we’re intertwined,
Connected by threads that can’t be defined.
Through humanity’s realm, I’ve come to see,
Profound interconnectedness binding you and me.

Our actions ripple out, resonating wide,
Creating waves of impact, changing the tide.
Every word spoken, each choice we make,
Shapes the world, ripples that never break.

We’re but a single thread in life’s grand art,
Yet our actions weave paths, leaving imprints on hearts.
With each step taken, footprints left behind,
Impressions eternal, imprinted in kind.

I’ve learned actions hold consequences profound,
Words can heal or inflict a deep wound.
So, I pause and reflect before my voice is heard,
Ensuring words are gentle, impact carefully stirred.

Awareness of our interconnectedness comes clear,
A profound sense of responsibility, we hold dear.
To nurture compassion, empathy, and care,
Treading earth with reverence, ready to share.

Each interaction is an opportunity to understand,
The shared human experience, a touch of a hand.
Cultivating awareness of the lives we touch,
Uplifting through actions, healing with a clutch.

We’re connected, seen and unseen,
Shared human experience, a bond serene.
Joys and sorrows, hopes and fears,
Woven together throughout the years.

In this awareness, empathy finds its way,
Seeing ourselves in others, day by day.
Treating souls kindly, with love and respect,
Knowing our hearts intersect.

Embracing interconnectedness, dear friend,
With responsibility, until the very end.
Nurturing empathy, compassion, and understanding,
Creating a world where love keeps expanding.

In the tapestry of life, our threads entwined,
Connected through humankind’s essence defined.
Honoring interconnectedness with every breath,
Harmony triumphs, love conquers death.