My dear heart, never think you are better than others. Listen to their sorrows with compassion. If you want peace, don't harbor bad thoughts, do not gossip and don't teach what you do not know.
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You are the drop,and the ocean you are kindness,you are anger, you are sweetness,you are poison. Do not make me more disheartened. you are the chamber of the sun, you are the abode of venus, you are the garden of all hope. Oh, Beloved, let me enter.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote illustrates the deep connection between individuality and the collective essence of humanity, emphasizing the power of emotions.
Rumi expresses the idea that every individual embodies a vast array of emotions and characteristics, suggesting that each person is a microcosm of larger universal truths. The speaker acknowledges the complexity of love by recognizing both the positive and negative aspects of human nature while yearning for a deeper connection with their beloved. In this way, the quote portrays love as an encompassing force that integrates all facets of existence.
Themes
LoveEmotionsConnectionIndividualityHumanityRumi
In practice
Example use cases
In a romantic letter expressing your feelings.
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