The Rose is twined in all Life's gladdest Bonds.

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The Soul crowns all Man's festal Cup of Joy; That he with thee may breathe Life's May, O Rose. The Rose is twined in all Life's gladdest Bonds, That Love from Man ne'er flee away, O Rose.

Source Rûmî, Divan (Hastie), Gazel 5 · 📖 Read the full passage

✨ To meditate on today

According to Rumi, the Rose, an image of divine Beauty, is woven into all of life’s joyful bonds, feasts and friendships, so that love may never leave humankind. Today, during a meal or a shared moment, savor the joy of being together and tell those who are there that their presence makes you happy.

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