Who is Rumi? Jalalaluddin Muhammad Rumi, commonly known as Rumi, was a 13th Century mystic in Persia. A lawyer by profession, Rumi was a mystic at heart. As a child, he travelled with his family, migrating from country to country in turmoil due to the Mongol invasion in Persia. Greatly influenced by Sufi philosophy, Rumis writing illustrates deep knowlegde of the Islamic teachings and traditions. Rumi is attributed to founding the Mevlevi Order which is a group of whirling Sufi practioners in Turkey. Although Rumi belongs from Persia, his works appeal and allure to people from all over the world. Here are some of his famous quotes and sayings on Love, Life and Wisdom.
Posted on: Thu, 31 Oct 2013 09:08:27 +0000
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