Read at the Housing for All August Chapter Meeting

May I become at all times, both now and forever,
A protector for those without protection
A guide for those who have lost their way
A ship for those with oceans to cross
A bridge for those with rivers to cross
A sanctuary for those in danger
A lamp for those who need light
A place of refuge for those needing shelter
And a servant to all those in need

Shantideva, 8th Century Buddhis at Nalanda University in Bihar, India