--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Leave that which is not, but appears to…" description: "\"Leave that which is not, but appears to be. Seek that which is, but is not apparent.\" — Rumi" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/498/rumi-56_apparent_leave-that-which-is-not-but-appears-to-b_2556825.jpg" --- # Leave that which is not, but appears to be. Seek that… ![“Leave that which is not, but appears to be. Seek that which is, but is not apparent.” quote by Rumi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/498/rumi-56_apparent_leave-that-which-is-not-but-appears-to-b_2556825.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/498/rumi-56_apparent_leave-that-which-is-not-but-appears-to-b_2556825.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/498/rumi-56_apparent_leave-that-which-is-not-but-appears-to-b_2556825.jpg) > “Leave that which is not, but appears to be. Seek that which is, but is not apparent.” [Rumi](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/rumi/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Seek truth beyond appearances; discern reality from illusion. **In simple terms:** Look beyond what seems real. Key Takeaway Question appearances. Themes philosophy spirituality perception Mood contemplative inquisitive Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - meditation - critical thinking - personal insight Key Concepts truth illusion inner vision Questions to Reflect On - How do you differentiate truth from illusion? - What practices sharpen perception? 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