43. My bondage

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I am heart-tied;

Therefore

I cannot speak.

I am mind-tied:

Therefore

I cannot teach.

I am vital-tied;

Therefore

I cannot breathe.

I am body-tied;

Therefore

I never dare to leave.

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From:Sri Chinmoy,My life-tree, Agni Press, 1975
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