What you seek is seeking you.
Meaning
Rumi expresses the idea that desires and purpose are not one-sided. The things we deeply long for are also aligned with our path, suggesting a spiritual connection between the seeker and what is sought.
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About the author
(1207–1273) was a Persian poet, scholar, and Sufi mystic whose works focus on love, spirituality, and the search for divine truth. His poetry transcends cultural and religious boundaries, emphasizing unity and inner transformation. Rumi’s writings, including the "Masnavi," are among the most widely read spiritual texts. His message of love and connection continues to resonate globally. Rumi remains one of the most influential spiritual poets in history.
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