Belief

And evidence, the balance transforms

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We fight for an entrenched belief
Holding onto it provides relief
It becomes the engine of a growth
To not let it go, we take an oath

Beliefs won’t allow us to change
When evidence comes in exchange
It can lead to the birth of inquiry
But belief may live on, without expiry

Whatever we consider as true
Fossilizes into belief when we pursue
Guarded by tradition and superstition
It forces us into quiet submission

When we rebel against such conflict
It generates waves of fear and guilt
It can be quelled, if stronghearted
In thoughts, is where it all started

They are evanescent mischief-makers
Acting as if they’re doing us favors
Between belief and evidence
The battle that ensues, has relevance

When there’s both in equal measure
It becomes easy to weather
Life’s inner and outer storms
Their balance ultimately transforms

Allowing beliefs to become placeholders
Moving aside when evidence shoulders
Responsibilities for our way of living
Their purpose is served, without any misgiving