There came one and knocked at the door of the Beloved. And…
“There came one and knocked at the door of the Beloved. And a voice answered and said, 'Who is there?' The lover replied, 'It is I.' 'Go hence,' returned the voice; 'there is no room within for thee and me.' Then came the lover a second time and knocked and again the voice demanded, 'Who is there?' He answered, 'It is thou.' 'Enter,' said the voice, 'for I am within.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A seeker repeatedly seeks entry to the beloved, facing inner resistance and eventual union.
In simple terms: Persistence in love meets inner obstacles.
Key Takeaway
Keep seeking despite inner doubts.
Themes
spirituality
love
perseverance
Mood
contemplative
hopeful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- relationship counseling
- spiritual retreats
- creative writing
Key Concepts
inner dialogue
mysticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner voice blocks your deepest desires?
- How can you transform resistance into openness?
A Different Perspective
The voice may symbolize self‑sabotage, not external denial.