A Finger Pointing at the Moon

A finger pointing at the moon:

Such are the Teachings, they say.

The Writings themselves are not the Truth;

They merely point the way.

Direct experience leads us to

The gateway of the inspired.

Yet efforts to paint the ineffable with words

Leaves MUCH to be desired.

Journeying through life we encounter distractions,

Which in their clever fashion

Can obfuscate the clarity

Of the heart of true compassion

Or lead us down a confusing path

Where knowledge and wisdom are blurred,

And the hopes of our transcending the mundane

Are stifled by a word.

Seeking the Truth is a noble goal;

Awareness comes never too soon.

Just be careful not to mistake

The finger for the moon.

(5-11-15) By Bob B