The sparks that raised
     the first few flames

          illuminating ancient caves

     and broiled portions
          warming bones

     (could cauterize or mesmerize

     or foster torches
          clutched through night

     or deepen dangers of a fight)

now kindle thoughts to touch the stars
     and spread beyond the sun or Mars

     to bring concealed worlds to light

     and move dark matters
          into sight.

Ancestral yearning burns again:
     awaken to inquire.

The coolness of lucidity
     elicits and inspires.

Tread bravely through the raging truths
     and step outside desire.

Enlightenment awaits within:
     then you shall be the fire.