Country of the spirit

In the country of the spirit

Let the flag of Sri Ramakrishna

Unfurl high

Let the anthem be that of Renunciation and Service

Let the borders melt

And bonds be that of love

Let each step in the direction of

‘Progress’ be that of seeking realization

Equality would mean

Oneness

Let sacrifice and sharing be the

Highest Honors

Let the purpose of existence be

The understanding

the truth – the intertwining of life and death

In that country of Spirit

Let scores of flowers bloom

Flowers of Freedom

Flowers of Bliss

Never dogmas but

Acceptance govern and

‘Me and Mine’ vanish for ever