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Don-t-regret Quote by Rumi

“I don’t regret how much I love, and I avoid those who repent their passion.” quote by Rumi
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“I don’t regret how much I love, and I avoid those who repent their passion.”

Rumi

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Essential Rumi, translated by Coleman Barks, 1995

Loving intensely is embraced, and avoiding those who reject passion protects the heart from pain.

In simple terms: Love fully, avoid those who reject it.

Key Takeaway

Cherish love, guard against judgment.

Themes

love passion acceptance self‑preservation spirituality

Mood

reflective serene

Type

poetic spiritual

When to use this quote

  • Romantic relationships
  • spiritual practice
  • personal boundaries
  • creative expression

Key Concepts

Sufi mysticism emotional honesty boundaries

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance love with self‑preservation?
  • What does it mean to avoid those who repent their passion?
A Different Perspective

Avoiding dissent may limit growth.

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