🕯️ “Light a candle and enjoy the peaceful glow. It’s a symbol of hope and warmth.”
Picture description: Dschalāl ad-Dīn Muhammad Rūmī – kurz Rumi genannt
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Author: Hossein Behzad (1894–1968)
Rumi uses a candle as a profound symbol of hope, warmth, and spiritual illumination. The simple act of lighting a candle can transform a space, bringing a sense of serenity and tranquility. Today, take a moment to light a candle and bask in its gentle glow. As you do, reflect on the warmth it provides and the light it casts, both literally and metaphorically.
Feel grateful for this small source of light that can dispel darkness, much like hope dispels despair. Let the candle’s glow remind you of the inner light within yourself and others. Embrace this moment of peace, and carry its calm and warmth with you throughout your day.
This simple practice can serve as a reminder of the beauty in simplicity and the power of small acts to bring comfort and joy. 🌟✨
Rumi, born Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi on September 30, 1207, in Balkh (in present-day Afghanistan), was a 13th-century Persian poet, theologian, and Sufi mystic. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest spiritual masters and poets in history.
Rumi’s family fled Balkh due to the threat of Mongol invasions and eventually settled in Konya, in present-day Turkey. It was there that Rumi spent most of his life and where he produced his most famous works.
Rumi’s poetry and teachings are deeply rooted in Sufi mysticism, emphasizing the importance of love, the unity of being, and the pursuit of spiritual enlightenment. His most notable works include the “Masnavi” (also known as the “Mathnawi”), a six-volume spiritual epic, and the “Divan-e Shams-e Tabrizi,” a collection of lyric poems dedicated to his spiritual mentor, Shams of Tabriz.
Rumi’s influence extends far beyond his lifetime. His works have been translated into many languages and continue to inspire people around the world. His poetry is celebrated for its profound wisdom, emotional depth, and universal appeal, speaking to the inner journey of the soul and the transformative power of love.
Rumi passed away on December 17, 1273, in Konya, where his mausoleum, the Mevlana Museum, remains a place of pilgrimage. His legacy endures as a beacon of spiritual insight and poetic beauty.