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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And patience flees my heart, And reason flees my mind. Oh, how drunk can I get to be, Without your love's security?
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the deep yearning for love and the emotional turmoil that comes from longing for it.
In this quote, Rumi captures the essence of love's profound impact on one's emotional state. He illustrates the idea that without the assurance of love, one may feel lost, losing both patience and rational thought, suggesting that love provides a grounding effect amidst emotional chaos. The metaphor of being 'drunk' symbolizes a desire to escape the pain of separation and uncertainty that love can bring, highlighting the importance of love in achieving inner peace and security.
Themes
LovePatienceHeartMindYearningSecurity
In practice
Example use cases
During a wedding toast, to emphasize the importance of love in partnership.
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