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When someone mentions the gracefulness
of the nightsky, climb up on the roof
and dance and say,


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If anyone wants to know what "spirit" is,
or what "God’s fragrance" means,
lean your head toward him or her.
Keep your face there close.


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When someone quotes the old poetic image
about clouds gradually uncovering the moon,
slowly loosen knot by knot the strings
of your robe.


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If anyone wonders how Jesus raised the dead,
don’t try to explain the miracle.
Kiss me on the lips.


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- Rumi