SPIRIT OF DELIGHT

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During a grand procession, someone glimpses Tao.
They point, and cry out: "Look! Look! Over there!"
Robes or rags forgotten, all turn, and gasp in wonder and rapture;

- as if they had seen a bluebird flying,
- or heard mermaids singing,
- or scented Spring arriving.

  In a crowd departing from a solemn ceremony,

the presence of Tao may pass through like a ripple;
- and all become wreathed with smiles and good-natured laughter.


In a spirit of delight?
Inner spirit of delight!


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Numinous experiences, or moments of heightened/deepened awareness, can occur in solitude, in intimate company, or even in multitudes of people.

They
may be regarded or interpreted as expressions or flourishings of Tao, but can occur throughout many cultures and spiritual/religious traditions.

The above examples attempt to portray this quality; but also hint at how it may become open to manipulation by the self-deluded or unscrupulous!
Tao respects such experiences, but does not depend on them for its power or influence, or its sense of authenticity. 


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