Quote by Kahlil Gibran

Yes, there is Nirvana; it is in leading your sheep to a green pasture, and in putting your child to sleep, and in writing the last line of your poem

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Summary

This quote suggests that Nirvana, a state of enlightenment and bliss, can be found in simple and ordinary moments of life. It highlights the idea that finding joy and fulfillment can be as simple as tending to one's responsibilities, such as leading your sheep to a green pasture or putting your child to sleep. It also emphasizes the satisfaction and contentment that can be derived from the completion of creative endeavors, symbolized by writing the last line of a poem. Overall, the quote emphasizes the potential for finding happiness and fulfillment in ordinary aspects of daily life.

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Happiness

By Kahlil Gibran

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