Water the fruit trees and don't water the thorns. - Rumi

Water the fruit trees and don’t water the thorns. – Rumi

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All day I think about it, then at night I say it. Where did I come from, and what am I supposed to be doing? I have no idea. My soul is from elsewhere, I’m sure of that, and I intend to end up there. – Rumi

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You go from village to village on your horse asking everyone, Has anyone seen my horse? – Rumi

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I don’t regret how much I love, and I avoid those who repent their passion. – Rumi

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