Quote by Kahlil Gibran

Then said Almitra, Speak to us of Love. And he raised his head and looked upon the people, and there fell a stillness upon them. And with a great voice he said:When love beckons to you, follow him,Though his ways are hard and steep.And when his wings enfold you yield to him,Though the sword hidden among his pinions may wound you.

Then said Almitra, Speak to us of Love. And he raised his he

Summary

This quote is from "The Prophet" by Kahlil Gibran in response to a question about love. It advises that when love calls for our attention, we should embrace it willingly even when its path seems difficult. Love's embrace may bring both joy and pain, like the two sides of a coin. It reminds us to be brave and surrender ourselves to love, acknowledging that even though we might get hurt, the beauty and fulfillment it can bring is worth the risk. It encourages us to trust love's guidance, even in the face of uncertainty and potential harm.

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Love Inspirational

By Kahlil Gibran

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