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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We are even higher than the heavens, we are greater than angels; Why should we not transcend both? Our lodging-place is Majesty.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the potential of human greatness and the aspiration to rise above even the divine.
Rumi suggests that humans possess immense potential and should strive to elevate themselves beyond the divine and celestial beings. This longing for transcendence reflects a deep-seated belief in the inherent greatness within every individual, encouraging the pursuit of higher ideals and a more profound existence.
Themes
TranscendenceGreatnessAspirationMajestyHuman Potential
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a motivational speech about self-improvement.
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