Idries ShahImagination blocks you like a bolt on a door. Burn that bar. (Rumi)
About This Quote
Rumi was a mystic poet who lived in Persia (now Iran) during the 13th century. His poems are filled with metaphors and allegories that are both profound and poetic. He was known to have said, “Imagination blocks you like a bolt on a door. Burn that bar.” This is an example of Rumi’s genius in his ability to speak in metaphors when he wants to suggest something more than literal. It is also an example of his skill at making profound statements that are not just words on paper but something that actually affects your life.
Source: Sufi Thought And Action
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