Love Quote by Farid ud-Din Attar
““Heart’s blood and bitter pain belong to love, And tales of problems no one can remove; Cupbearer, fill the bowl with blood, not wine - And if you lack the heart’s rich blood take mine. Love thrives on inextinguishable pain, Which tears the soul, then knits the threads again. A mote of love exceeds all bounds; it gives The vital essence to whatever lives. But where love thrives, there pain is always found; Angels alone escape this weary round - They love without that savage agony Which is reserved for vexed humanity.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Conference of the Birds, 12th‑century Sufi poetry
Love intertwines joy and suffering; pain fuels deep connection and spiritual growth.
In simple terms: Love brings both joy and pain.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love’s challenges as part of its depth.
Themes
love
pain
spirituality
transformation
duality
Mood
poetic
philosophical
Type
spiritual
emotional
When to use this quote
- marriage
- friendship
- creative collaboration
- grief healing
Key Concepts
Sufi mysticism
emotional resilience
sacred suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- What pain have you transformed into love?
- Can love exist without suffering?
A Different Perspective
Pain can become overwhelming, hindering love.
