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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And so it is, that both the Devil and the angelic Spirit present us with objects of desire to awaken our power of choice.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our choices are influenced by both good and bad desires.
This quote by Rumi highlights the duality of human experience, suggesting that our desires can come from both positive and negative forces. The Devil symbolizes temptation and unwholesome desires, while the angelic Spirit represents pure and uplifting aspirations. Ultimately, it is our power of choice that determines the path we take, reminding us of the importance of discernment in pursuing our desires.
Themes
ChoiceDesireDualityTemptationAspiration
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech to illustrate the importance of making wise choices.
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