"The Guest House" by Rumi is a metaphorical and philosophical poem that encourages us to embrace all of our emotions and experiences, whether positive or negative, as valuable visitors in the "guest house" of our being. The poem invites us to welcome and accept these emotions without judgment, understanding that each experience has something to teach us.
The underlying message of the poem is that by fully experiencing and embracing our emotions, we can gain deeper insights into our own nature and the nature of existence. Rumi suggests that each emotion has the potential to bring gifts and teachings, and that by engaging with these emotions, we can grow spiritually and emotionally.
The image of Two Birds at flight is captured through the use of Calligraphy. Composed early September 2022.
This being human is a guest house.
Every morning a new arrival.
A joy, a depression, a meanness,
Some momentary awareness comes
As an unexpected visitor.
Welcome and entertain them all!
Even if they’re a crowd of sorrows,
Who violently sweep your house
empty of its furniture,
still treat each guest honourably.
He may be clearing you out
For some new delight.
The dark thought, the shame, the malice,
Meet them at the door laughing,
And invite them in.
Be grateful for whoever comes,
Because each has been sent
As a guide from beyond.
- Rumi
هست مهمان خانه این تن ای جوان
هر صباحی ضیف نو آید دوان
هین مگو کین ماند اندر گردنم
که هم اکنون باز پرد در عدم
هرچه آید از جهان غیب وش
در دلت ضیفست او را دار خوش
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The print is available in multiple sizes, starting from 11x14"
Each print is signed and shipped directly from the artist. A description card is also included, which outlines the Farsi and English translations, alongside a preview of the piece.
The Gold Frame package includes a double matting of Cream and Gold that beautifully compliments the tan background.
