Are you ready to be transported to a world of boundless wisdom, where every word is a treasure trove of insight and inspiration? If so, come along as we embark on a journey through the quotes of the legendary poet and philosopher, Rumi.
With his captivating words, Rumi has the power to awaken our souls and ignite our spirits. He was a master of tapping into the essence of the human experience and capturing it in verse, making his poems and teachings timeless.
I’m excited to share my favourite Rumi quotes with you. Don’t just read them, feel them and then try your best to positively apply the lessons to your life. None of us can be perfect but we can always try to be better. So, join me on this journey of self-discovery as we delve into the timeless wisdom of Rumi.
1. “Look past your thoughts, so that you may drink the pure nectar of This Moment.”
2. “Everything in the universe is within you. Ask all from yourself.”
3. “Be like a tree and let the dead leaves drop”
4. “Silence is the language of God, all else is poor translation.”
5. “As you start to walk on the way, the way appears”
6. “Whoever finds love beneath hurt and grief disappears into emptiness with a thousand new disguises.”
7. “Be a lamp, or a lifeboat, or a ladder. Help someone’s soul heal. Walk out of your house like a shepherd.”
8. “If you are irritated by every rub, how will your mirror be polished?”
9. “What you seek is seeking you.”
10. “Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.”
11. “Wherever you stand, be the soul of that place.”
12. “The universe is not outside of you. Look inside yourself; everything that you want, you already are.”
13. “Achieve some perfection yourself, so that you may not fall into sorrow by seeing the perfection in others.”
14. “Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.”
15. “Lovers don’t finally meet somewhere, they are in each other all along.”
15. “This place is a dream. Only a sleeper considers it real. Then death comes like dawn, and you wake up laughing at what you thought was your grief.”
Rumi’s words are a true testament to the power of poetry and spirituality. His teachings continue to inspire and uplift people from all walks of life, generations after his passing.
We’ve only just scratched the surface of Rumi’s vast and profound wisdom, but I hope that it has sparked a fire in your heart, a thirst for more knowledge, and a desire to continue exploring the works of this great master.
The world would be a better place if we all lived a little more like Rumi and his messages of love, compassion, and understanding.
Let me know in the comments which one of these Rumi quotes you resonate with the most.
XOXO