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 none dwelling in the house but God. When a man is awakened he melts and perishes.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote suggests that true existence and awareness come from a connection with the divine, and that material concerns fade away in the face of spiritual awakening.
Rumi's quote reflects the profound idea that in the presence of the divine, all other beings and material possessions become insignificant. It expresses a spiritual perspective, emphasizing that true awakening leads to the dissolution of the ego and worldly attachments, allowing one to experience a deeper reality beyond the physical realm. Hence, to truly 'live' is to connect deeply with God, transcending the transient nature of life.
Themes
SpiritualityAwakeningDivineExistenceTranscendence
In practice
Example use cases
In a meditation workshop, to emphasize the importance of inner connection.
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