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Quatrain 51 from Rubaiyat of Rumi
Description: English Translation of the Quatrain
O heart, beware of giving yourself over to sorrow,
Do not engage in the company of the unfamiliar in this world.
With a radish and bread, if you are content,
Like a radish, clear the path of the world for yourself.
Analysis of the Quatrains
Contentment and Simplicity: The poet advocates for a simple life, free from worldly worries and desires.
Avoiding Harmful Company: The poet warns against associating with those who might lead one astray from the spiritual path.
The Path of the World: The "path of the world" refers to the material world and its distractions.
Radish as a Symbol: The radish, a simple vegetable, symbolizes humility, simplicity, and the ability to clear obstacles.