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Blind Quote by Jalaluddin Rumi

“whoever sees you with the eyes of the heart goes ecstatic but the blind person stays lost in thought hundreds of branches from the secret worlds are dropping roses at your feet why do you cut down the tree of contentment?” quote by Jalaluddin Rumi
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““whoever sees you with the eyes of the heart goes ecstatic but the blind person stays lost in thought hundreds of branches from the secret worlds are dropping roses at your feet why do you cut down the tree of contentment?””

Jalaluddin Rumi

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Secret Worlds, 13th century

Seeing others with heart’s eyes brings joy; ignoring truth leads to emptiness.

In simple terms: Heart‑seeing brings joy; blindness leads to loss.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate empathy and gratitude.

Themes

empathy spirituality contentment

Mood

contemplative hopeful

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • personal growth
  • mindfulness

Key Concepts

mysticism philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you see with the heart today?
  • What blocks your gratitude?
A Different Perspective

Empathy may be difficult when pain is present.

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