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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Whoever brought me here will have to take me home.
Interpretation
This quote suggests that our journey through life is interconnected with others who guide us.
Rumi's quote reflects on the nature of existence and the relationships we form during our lives. It implies that those who lead or influence us in our journey are responsible for guiding us back home, whether that means a physical place or a state of being. It highlights the importance of connection and accountability in our experiences and emphasizes that our paths are often shaped by our interactions with others.
In practice
In a reflection during a graduation speech, one might quote Rumi to emphasize the importance of mentors in guiding oneβs path.
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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Come on sweetheart let's adore one another before there is no more of you and me
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