Be you Quote by Rumi
“Soul of all souls, life of all life - you are That. Seen and unseen, moving and unmoving - you are That. The road that leads to the City is endless; Go without head and feet and you'll already be there. What else could you be? - you are That.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Essential Rumi, translated by Coleman Barks, 1995
The verse points to the unity of existence, urging recognition that the self is identical with the divine source, beyond physical form and mental concepts.
In simple terms: We are one with the divine, beyond form and thought.
Key Takeaway
Recognize your true nature as the divine.
Themes
spirituality
unity
identity
transcendence
Mood
contemplative
reverent
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- meditation
- contemplative prayer
- daily mindfulness
- seeking purpose
Key Concepts
nondualism
Sufi mysticism
self-realization
Questions to Reflect On
- How does seeing yourself as divine change your actions?
- What practices help you experience this unity?
A Different Perspective
The abstract language may be hard to apply in everyday practical decisions.
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