Root Of The Root Of Your Own Soul

“… You were born from the rays of God’s Majesty … return to the root of the root of your own soul …” ~ Rumi

Rumi’s poetry is universal … and stems from the sohbet (mystical conversations) of Rumi and Shams … although the actual trigger is inconsolable grief: Rumi went searching for Shams (who had suddenly disappeared into the night) … searching for the Friend – utterly bereft with grief – and suddenly realized that he was the Friend … he was already That he was searching for …

Thus began the 30 years of utterances, deeply imbued with the Divine (or “drunk with Divine madness”) – an unparalleled feat of literature … giving humanity a profound gift that continues to be appreciated, the world over, after almost seven and a half centuries … an appreciation that is growing, especially in the west.

And Rumi’s core message – repeatedly endlessly with sentiments ranging from the sacred to profane, the ordinary to extraordinary – is that we are already That which we seek!

So, today Rumi expresses his core message with a “return” … a return to the root of our own souls … and not just that root … but the root of this root!

Take a pause … sink into your quiet … be still … take in Rumi’s words … pause and reflect … go even deeper … and may you return to this root 🙂 …

Return to the … Root Of The Root Of Your Own Soul

“… Your essence is pure Consciousness. You are the fearless guardian of Divine Light …”

For ages you have come and gone
courting this delusion.
For ages you have run from the pain
and forfeited the ecstasy.
So come, return to the
root of the root of your own soul.

Although you appear in earthly form
Your essence is pure Consciousness.
You are the fearless guardian
of Divine Light.
So come, return to the
root of the root of your own soul.

When you lose all sense of self
the bonds of a thousand chains will vanish.
Lose yourself completely,
Return to the
root of the root of your own soul.

You descended from Adam, by the pure Word of God,
but you turned your sight
to the empty show of this world.
Alas, how can you be satisfied with so little?
So come, return to the
root of the root of your own soul.

Why are you so enchanted by this world
when a mine of gold lies within you?
Open your eyes and come—
Return to the
root of the root of your own soul.

You were born from the rays of God’s Majesty
when the stars were in their perfect place.
How long will you suffer from the blows
of a nonexistent hand?
So come, return to the
root of the root of your own soul.

You are a ruby encased in granite.
How long will you deceive Us with this outer show?
O friend, We can see the truth in your eyes!
So come, return to the
root of the root of your own soul.

After one moment with that glorious Friend
you became loving, radiant, and ecstatic.
Your eyes were sweet and full of fire.
Come, return to the
root of the root of your own soul.

Shams-e Tabriz, the King of the Tavern,
has handed you an eternal cup,
And God in all His glory is pouring the wine.
So come! Drink!
Return to the
root of the root of your own soul.

Soul of all souls, life of all life – you are That.
Seen and unseen, moving and unmoving – you are That.
The road that leads to the City is endless;
Go without head or feet
and you’ll already be there.

What else could you be? – you are That.

~ Rumi

And here’s a gentle reminder that part of returning to the root of your own soul is to recognize that helping those in extreme need remains the “order of the day” – always ! …

India continues to undergo a humanitarian crisis brought upon by the ravaging resurgence of COVID-19 … if you don’t know about this or want an update, here is a recent New York Times post detailing What to Know About India’s Coronavirus Crisis … so, to do our small part to help, we are providing THREE vetted sources that can be used to help provide relief to India … we have donated personally and also as Stillness Speaks to PATH, CARE, and some of the GoFundMe campaigns below …

Despite the financial challenges that are amongst us all, if your situation allows you to donate then please visit one of the following sources … and contribute whatever is possible …

… Deliver oxygen where it’s needed the most through PATH – a global team of innovators working to accelerate health equity so all people and communities can thrive …

… Provide essential hospital services, more health workers, additional beds, oxygen supply, and much more through CARE (and their CARE India chapter) – for 75 years, CARE has led the way to a better life for the world’s most vulnerable people ….

… Donate to India COVID-19 fundraisers on GoFundMe – all fundraisers have been verified by GoFundMe’s Trust & Safety team and will be updated as new fundraisers are created and verified. All GoFundMe fundraisers are backed by the GoFundMe Guarantee which ensures that all funds on this page will go to those affected by India’s COVID-19 surge …

THANK YOU!

May you … return to the root of the root of your own soul … as you navigate your life … and …

May you bring more love and compassion in your daily rhythm and interactions with others … and …

May you remain safe and healthy as you navigate these troubling times.