Tag Archives: Faith

Rumi Reflection 26

Posted on December 30, 2016 by seekingpearls

“The hostility of the wise holds infinitely more value than the kindness of fools.” – Rumi Okay, so this quote has totally triggered my general frustration with our society right now – so I’m just going to go there. Something … Continue reading →

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Rumi Reflection 21

Posted on October 29, 2016 by seekingpearls

“When I seek to please God, I do so consciously, without any doubt. When I carry a burden, I know where I’m destined to go. I am the moon and the Sun is my guide.” – Rumi So there are … Continue reading →

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Sabr

Posted on September 28, 2016 by seekingpearls

Sabr is a word in the Quran that shows up quite frequently. It is often translated as patience. As a Muslim, I am constantly told to have sabr. People are always saying to each other to have sabr whenever they … Continue reading →

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Rumi Reflection 16

Posted on September 16, 2016 by seekingpearls

“Fear and anxiety seize our hearts when the object of our desire is hidden from us.” – Rumi Why is the object of our desire hidden from us? I’ve been thinking about this quote ever since I read it a … Continue reading →

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A Child’s Funeral

Posted on September 13, 2016 by seekingpearls

I attended a funeral prayer today for a 20 month old. I personally didn’t know the family – I heard from the community grape vine about the funeral, about how they didn’t know anyone in the community and how they … Continue reading →

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Rumi Reflection 14

Posted on September 5, 2016 by seekingpearls

“The Rich guard their possessions closely, convinced that they own it all, anxious that they may lose it one day. Little do they know that it is all borrowed and they are but momentary caretakers.” – Rumi Money has always … Continue reading →

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Trust

Posted on August 30, 2016 by seekingpearls

Wow. Have you ever put out a message into the world and got back answers right away? So yesterday I wrote a really long post about seeing myself as “enough”.  That journey has been the most difficult and most ultimately … Continue reading →

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Rumi Reflection 8

Posted on August 27, 2016 by seekingpearls

“Speech is both fire and nourishment an endless bounty and at the same time a ravaging pestilence. Be wary of your speech.” – Rumi Talking is my weakness. There is such an emphasis in faith to control your tongue, and … Continue reading →

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Rumi Reflection 5

Posted on August 24, 2016 by seekingpearls

“Our mind is constantly defeated and habitually surrenders to our daily desires steering us away from our enchantment with God.” – Rumi I have to be honest. I don’t feel very enchanted with God right now. This entire “Rumi” exercise … Continue reading →

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