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Suddenly the drunken sweetheart appeared out of my door. She drank a cup of ruby wine and sat by my side. Seeing and holding the lockets of her hair My face became all eyes, and my eyes all hands.
Rumi
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Interpretation

What this quote means

This quote expresses profound love and admiration, highlighting the deep emotional connection between two individuals.

In this quote, Rumi portrays a moment of intimate affection, illustrating the beauty and transcendence of love. The imagery he uses suggests that true love can make one feel all-encompassing joy and appreciation for the beloved, where every aspect of one's being is resonated through the connection with the loved one.

Themes

LoveAdmirationIntimacyConnectionAffection

In practice

Example use cases

In a wedding speech, one might say, 'As Rumi beautifully puts it, love turns us into something entirely new.'

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