"Wherever you may be," Rumi tells us in his Discourses, "in whatever situation or circumstances, strive to be a lover, and a passionate lover. Once you possess your heart in love, you will always be a lover in the tomb, at the Resurrection, and in Paradise forever and ever."
In this stage of the journey, the seeker learns how, as in Rumi’s beautiful phrase, "to possess the heart in love." Such self-possession initiates the seeker progressively into the glory of the Beloved.
As Rumi tells us, "Adore and love Him with your whole being, and He will reveal to you that each thing in the universe is a vessel full to the brim with wisdom and beauty. Each thing he will show you is one drop from the boundless river of His Infinite Beauty."
Such a vision, the mystics know, drives the heart mad with wonder. As the dazzling gifts of this divine madness become ever clearer to the seeker, he strives with all his being to die more and more completely into the Love that he now knows is the one true life and the source of immortal being. Everything in him starts to cry out with Rumi's great cry:
Give me ecstasy, give me naked wonder, O my Creator!
Give birth to the Beloved in me, and let this lover die.
Let a thousand wrangling desires become one Love...❤️💛❤️
Perfume of the Desert 💛
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Reflecting on Rumi’s profound words, I realized how embracing love with my whole being brings a deeper connection to the world around me. When we strive to become lovers in every circumstance, as Rumi encourages, it opens our hearts to a unique kind of self-possession that transforms how we see and experience life. In my personal journey, I found that focusing on love as a central principle helps me see the extraordinary in the ordinary. Like Rumi said, everything around us can become a vessel filled with wisdom and beauty, each moment a drop from an endless river of infinite beauty. This shift in perception nurtures a sense of wonder and gratitude that enriches everyday life. Practicing this form of divine love also means surrendering old desires and distractions, allowing a single, unified love to guide thoughts and actions. It’s not always easy to let go of countless wrangling desires, but the clarity and peace that come from uniting them into one pure love are deeply rewarding. Embracing this Rumi-inspired path has taught me that spiritual ecstasy isn't just rare flashes of joy but an ongoing state of openness and awe. Whether in challenging moments or joyful ones, holding the heart passionately in love creates resilience and a profound sense of belonging with the universe. Through this experience, I've understood that loving completely is both a journey and a destination—a gateway to the sacred presence in ourselves and all things. I encourage anyone exploring spirituality to consider letting Rumi’s words guide their hearts, offering a path filled with beauty, wonder, and lasting peace.
