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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Come on sweetheart let's adore one another before there is no more of you and me
Interpretation
What this quote means
Cherish each other while you can, as time is fleeting.
This quote by Rumi emphasizes the importance of appreciating and loving one another in the present moment. It serves as a reminder that life is temporary, and we should express our affection and adoration for each other before circumstances change or time runs out, leading us to potentially miss out on the experiences and emotions that solidify our relationships.
Themes
LoveCherishAppreciationPresentRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
In a wedding speech, you might say, 'As Rumi reminds us, let's adore one another before there is no more of you and me.'
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