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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When I am silent, I have thunder hidden inside.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Silence can hold powerful thoughts and emotions that are not immediately visible.
This quote by Rumi emphasizes that silence is not merely the absence of sound; it can encompass deep feelings and insights. The 'thunder hidden inside' represents the potential for impactful thoughts and profound wisdom that exists within a person's quietude, suggesting that what is left unsaid may carry significant weight and intensity.
Themes
SilenceThoughtsEmotionWisdomPower
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the importance of introspection and deep thinking.
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