RUMI DAYS
Daily readings of the 13th Century Persian poet as translated by Coleman Barks
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
You Are as You Are
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Der Spaziergang, Marc Chagall You do not resemble anyone. You are not the bride or the groom. You do not fit in a house with anyone. You...
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Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Hoofbeats
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The sound of hoofbeats leaving a monastery where all is timed and measured. You are that rider. Someone who does not care very much about ...
Monday, July 12, 2010
Ramadan Silence
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When the Ramadan banner flies, soul restrains nature, so it can taste its own food. The strength of horses and the intensity of fire, thes...
Sunday, July 11, 2010
The Essence of Ritual
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Pray the prayer that is the essence of every ritual. God, I have no hope. I am torn to shreds. You are very first, my last and only refuge....
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Saturday, July 10, 2010
The Mystery of the Moment
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To the mind there is such a thing as news , whereas to the inner knowing, it is all in the middle of its happening. To doubters, this is a...
Friday, July 9, 2010
The City of Saba (2)
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The people of Saba feel bored with just the mention of prophecy. They have no desire of any kind. Maybe some idle curiosity about miracles...
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Thursday, July 8, 2010
The City of Saba (1)
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Addis Ababa Road, by Alex Morrall In the city of Saba there is a glut of wealth. Everyone has more than enough. Even the bathstokers wear...
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