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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I am bewildered by the magnificence of your beauty; and wish to see you with a hundred eyes . . . I am in the house of mercy, and my heart is a place of prayer.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses deep admiration and reverence for someone's beauty, indicating a profound emotional connection.
In this evocative statement, Rumi articulates his awe for another's beauty and the intensity of his longing to behold it fully. He juxtaposes his admiration with his spiritual state, suggesting that true beauty inspires a heartfelt reverence and a sense of divine connection, making the heart a sanctuary for prayer and reflection.
Themes
BeautyLoveAdmirationSpiritualityLonging
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a wedding speech to celebrate the beauty of love.
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