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“Ljudi su rastrojeni sa onim što žele, i naposljetku se kaju zbog požude koju su zadovoljavali, jer su se prepuštali fantomu nakon čega su bivali još više udaljeni od Stvarnosti Kada zadovoljavaš požudu tvoje krilo tada otpada i postaješ hrom a fantazija nestaje sačuvaj to krilo i ne prepuštaj se…” quote by Rumi
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““Ljudi su rastrojeni sa onim što žele, i naposljetku se kaju zbog požude koju su zadovoljavali, jer su se prepuštali fantomu nakon čega su bivali još više udaljeni od Stvarnosti Kada zadovoljavaš požudu tvoje krilo tada otpada i postaješ hrom a fantazija nestaje sačuvaj to krilo i ne prepuštaj se požudi O Gospode! Ne muči me više. Daj mi jednu stazu, ne čini me sljedbenikom njih deset.””

Rumi

About This Quote

Source Poem: Masnavi, 13th century Persian Sufi poetry

Desire leads to alienation from reality; restraining it preserves authenticity and groundedness.

In simple terms: Uncontrolled desire distances us from truth; keep desire in check.

Key Takeaway

Control desire, stay grounded.

Themes

desire reality self‑control spirituality

Mood

reflective serene

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • spiritual practice
  • creative work
  • relationship boundaries

Key Concepts

Sufism human nature psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does desire shape your choices?
  • What practices keep you grounded?
A Different Perspective

Desire can also motivate positive change if balanced.

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