Even air, water, earth, and fire draw their sustenance from Him, both winter and summer.

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Yea, all the fish in the seas, And all feathered fowl in the air above, All elephants, wolves, and lions of the forest, All dragons and snakes, and even little ants, Yea, even air, water, earth, and fire, Draw their sustenance from Him, both winter and summer.

Source Masnavi, Book IV, Story II, §19 · 📖 Read the full passage

✨ To meditate on today

According to Rûmî in the Masnavi, all creatures, from fish to ants and even the elements, receive their sustenance from God in every season. Today, before each meal, take a moment to recognize where what you receive comes from, and share something, a fruit, some bread, a little water for the birds, with another creature.

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