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Blood Quote by Rumi

“Little by little, wean yourself. This is the gist of what I have to say. From an embryo whose nourishment comes in the blood, move to an infant drinking milk, to a child on solid food, to a searcher after wisdom, to a hunter of invisible game.” quote by Rumi
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“Little by little, wean yourself. This is the gist of what I have to say. From an embryo whose nourishment comes in the blood, move to an infant drinking milk, to a child on solid food, to a searcher after wisdom, to a hunter of invisible game.”

Rumi

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Essential Rumi, 1995

Growth is a gradual process, moving from basic needs to higher wisdom, like stages of life.

In simple terms: Progress happens step by step.

Key Takeaway

Embrace each stage of personal development.

Themes

spirituality growth wisdom metaphor

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

poetic motivational

When to use this quote

  • learning a
  • career advancement
  • spiritual practice
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

self‑realization inner journey

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small step can you take today?
  • How do you honor each phase of growth?
A Different Perspective

Rapid change can be disruptive if unprepared.

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