Love Quote by Farid al-Din Attar (عطار
““Mystics are not themselves. They do not exist in selves. They move as they are moved, talk as words come, see with sight that enters their eyes. I met a woman once and asked her where love had led her. Fool, there's no destination to arrive at. Loved one and lover and love are infinite.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Conference of the Birds, 12th‑century Persian Sufi poetry
The mystic dissolves ego, moves with the flow of existence, perceiving love as boundless and without a fixed goal.
In simple terms: Mystics let go of self, seeing love as endless.
Key Takeaway
Release attachment to fixed outcomes.
Themes
spirituality
love
ego
transcendence
infinity
Mood
contemplative
mystical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- spiritual practice
- creative expression
Key Concepts
Sufi mysticism
non‑dual awareness
fluid consciousness
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to live without a destination?
- How does surrender affect personal agency?
A Different Perspective
May be interpreted as encouraging passivity or lack of purpose.
