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 came whirling out of nothingness, scattering stars like dust... _x000D_ The stars made a circle, and in the middle, we dance.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote reflects the awe of existence and the joy of life through the metaphor of dancing among stars.
Rumi's quote beautifully encapsulates the idea of creation and existence, suggesting that we emerge from a state of nothingness, like stars being scattered in the cosmos. The imagery of dancing in the midst of stars signifies joy, celebration, and connection to the universe, inviting us to embrace life fully with an appreciation for our shared existence in this vast, interconnected reality.
Themes
ExistenceLifeDanceStarsCreationAwareness
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the wonders of the universe at a philosophical gathering.
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Every fragile beauty, every perfect forgotten sentence, you grieve their going away, but that is not how it is. Where they come from never goes dry. It is an always flowing spring.
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Come on sweetheart let's adore one another before there is no more of you and me
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