The Ascent of the Heart with Love
The verses drawn from Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi’s Masnavi, carry traces of a passion that transcends the boundaries of love. It is emphasized that every breath, every particle, existence itself, is a manifestation of divine laughter; this laughter is a reflection of the supreme power that created and shaped the universe. In Rumi’s teachings, love is not only an emotional experience but also a path to reaching truth, melting the ego, and uniting with the Divine, and in this path, laughing, emptying oneself, and grasping the secret of existence are instruments.
The Secret of Existence: The Face of Love
Rumi’s lyrical narration expresses that the source of love is closeness to God. This metaphysical depiction, where the laughter of father and mother shapes human existence, emphasizes that the power that created humanity permeates every movement and situation. The face of love is depicted as a moon-like image that has ignited with its beauty, conquered hearts; this beauty contains the despair of those who fell into Joseph’s well (Yusuf), while also representing hope for salvation. This shows that love can be both painful and a source of healing.
Heart and Love: In the Footsteps of Divine Existence
In Rumi’s poems, the heart is depicted as an existence burning with love. This love that the heart steals, becomes captivated by, lights a divine light for the person, awakens them, and leads them to union. This love transcends worldly boundaries, directing one towards understanding the essence of the universe; in this path, wine and taverns carry symbolic meanings, indicating purification of the ego and reaching Divine love. Shams of Tabriz serves as Rumi’s spiritual guide, inspiring him on the journey of love, and through him, the enthusiasm of hearts increases.