Hinduism

Tukaram, Poem 52

I will consult my own soul; why should I care
for the views of men? All men know their
own interest; if you use force to them, they feel
aggrieved. Whether they listen to my preaching
or not, I shall go home and sleep soundly. What
influence have I? I can point out the way when
I have seen it. Tuka says, I will point out the
mercy of God; He who wishes can enjoy the fruit
of it.

Source The Poems of Tukârâma, trad. J. Nelson Fraser et K. B. Marathe, 3 vol., 1909-1915, archive.org · Contents