Jalaludin Rumi or better known as Rumi is a Sufi figure as well as a great poet whose works have been studied not only by Muslims but by humans from various religions, nations, languages and cultures. No wonder the United Nations organization that focuses on education, science, and culture or UNESCO has designated 2007 as the "International Year of Rumi".
Soldiers and warriors change the world with swords and guns, while wise men change the world with pens, phrases, and thoughts. Some of his writings include the book FIHI-MAA-FIIHI, the MATSAWI Universe, Da 40 rules of love. Contains Jalaludin Rumi thoughts on the problems of life experienced by humans.
Here, I write down some points of thought from Jalaludin Rumi from some of the books I have read, which I believe Rumi's thoughts will change our perspective on life, will turn us into peaceful and relaxed individuals in dealing with life's problems.
Goodbye is only for those who love their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.
Do not grieve. Whatever you lose will come back in another form.
The eyes of the heart have 70 times greater ability to see the truth than the sense of sight.
The water says to the dirty, "Come here." Then the dirty will say, "I'm so ashamed." Water said, "How will your shame be washed off without me?
Yesterday I was smart, so I want to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.
Stop feeling you are so small. You are a joyful universe.
The kind words we say to our spouses are stored in a secret place in heaven. One day, they will fall like rain, then scatter, and the mystery of our love will blossom in all corners of the world.
Hopefully the writing is useful and hopefully our days are fun.
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