Another way

For centuries humans have used their mind
to attempt to decipher the Universe that surrounds them.
Brillantly, one must admit.

Why then have we progressed so little
in our self-knowledge?
Why is there still so much suffering and conflict
amongst people, amongst groups, amongst religions,
amongst members of the same family?

Isn’t there another way, often ignored,
a state of larger consciousness,
that would necessarily be born of Silence?

Could another pathway provide access to greater knowledge,
deeper knowledge that would finally bring humanity
true inner peace?

Is it possible that all we need to do is try?