9313. When I Entered The Spiritual Life

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My sweet Lord,

When I entered the spiritual life,

I thought I would realise You

Sooner than at once.

I have been praying

And meditating for years.

How is it that the Goal

Still remains a far cry? ```

From:Sri Chinmoy,Ten Thousand Flower-Flames, part 94, Agni Press, 1983
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