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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The water has a Water that is driving it; _x000D_ The spirit has a Spirit that is Calling it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote suggests that both nature and the human spirit are guided by deeper, unseen forces.
Rumi's quote speaks to the idea that water, which is often associated with life and flow, is influenced by a deeper essence or 'Water' that drives its movement. Similarly, the human spirit is guided by a powerful 'Spirit' that calls it forth. This illustrates the concept of a higher power or calling that shapes our existence and experiences, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all things.
Themes
WaterSpiritCallingNaturePhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about following one's passion.
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