Conscience

Conscience, the apparent Self,
transcends all dualities,
is poised, a carefree witness,
knows all, yet remains buried
beneath the vagaries of mind.

This sense of right and wrong
pokes, nudges through whispers
indicating the do’s and don’ts
reasoning why and what to do
but stays reserved on how to act.

The scriptures have since eons
preached to conquer the mind,
to crush the reservation on how
for a logical and ethical response
rather than a reckless reaction.

Any doubts?