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At the first light of the dawn the loner knight asked: "Do…

“At the first light of the dawn the loner knight asked: "Do you happen to know- the abode of The Beloved?" The skies went silent, save their mournful clouds, save their falling stars. The pilgrim gave up his glowing twig- to the gloom of the sands- and replied: “Don’t you see that poplar tree?…” quote by Sohrab Sepehri
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““At the first light of the dawn the loner knight asked: "Do you happen to know- the abode of The Beloved?" The skies went silent, save their mournful clouds, save their falling stars. The pilgrim gave up his glowing twig- to the gloom of the sands- and replied: “Don’t you see that poplar tree? Well, right before the tree, There is a lane that you’ll reckon, I deem. For it is greener than a heavenly dream, For it is generously shaded- with the deep blue’s of love. Well, if you See! So walk down that lane, You’ll arrive to the garden of sense; Turn to the direction of the loner lake; Listen to the genial hymn of leaves; Watch the eternal fountain- that flows from the spring of ancient myths- till you fade away- In a plain fear. When a rigid noise- Clatters into the fluid intimacy of the space, you'll find a child- on the top of a tree- next to the nest of owls- in hope of a golden egg. Well, if you See. You may be sure: The Child will show you the way. Well, If you just ask about- The Abode of The Beloved.””

Sohrab Sepehri

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The poem depicts a seeker’s quest for love and meaning, guided by symbolic nature and inner intuition, urging trust in subtle signs.

In simple terms: Seek love through nature and intuition.

Key Takeaway

Follow inner guidance toward love.

Themes

spirituality search nature intuition love

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • meditation
  • creative writing
  • personal reflection
  • spiritual practice

Key Concepts

symbolism mythic journey inner wisdom

Questions to Reflect On

  • What inner signs have you ignored?
  • How does nature reflect your inner longing?
A Different Perspective

The path may be obscured by doubt and external noise.

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