Why Leave Home?
Buddhadasa Bhikkhu
What sort of going forth is correct?
The kind that aims straight for liberation!
Can’t you stay at home just as well?
Sure, but it isn’t nearly as convenient!
How is being a wanderer speedier?
Ones feet are lighter when not carrying a house!
Where is liberation found before time runs out?
In not clinging to anything to tie you up!
What is given up to not get all trussed up?
Give up hugging all the fruits one might find!
How do we give it up so as not to be strangled?
Simple let go of self and all self’s stuff!