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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There is some kiss we want with the whole of our lives.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote expresses the deep longing for a profound connection or experience that fulfills us completely throughout our lives.
Rumi's quote emphasizes a universal desire for an enduring love or connection that transcends momentary infatuations and fills our lives with purpose and joy. It suggests that there are certain relationships or experiences that we yearn for deeply, shaping the essence of our existence and driving us to seek them out relentlessly.
Themes
LoveConnectionLongingLifeDesire
In practice
Example use cases
During a wedding speech, you can quote this to highlight the importance of love in a lifelong partnership.
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