A diamond was laying in the street covered with dirt. Many fools passed by. Someone who knew diamonds picked it up.
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The Lord is in me, the Lord is in you,as life is in every seed, put false pride away and seek the Lord within.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the divine presence within all beings and the importance of humility and self-reflection.
Kabir's quote conveys the idea that the essence of the divine exists in every individual, much like life is inherent in every seed. It invites us to let go of our false pride and ego, encouraging an inward search for spiritual truth and connection with the divine within ourselves and others.
Themes
DivinityHumilitySelf-ReflectionInner PeaceSpirituality
In practice
Example use cases
In a meditation workshop to encourage participants to find inner peace and connection with the divine.
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