The angel is free because of his knowledge, the beast because of his ignorance. Between the two remains the son of man to struggle.
RumiA craftsman pulled a reed from the reedbed, cut holes in it, and called it a human being. Since then, it's been wailing a tender agony of parting, never mentioning the skill that gave it life as a flute
RumiPractice patience; it is the essence of praise. Have patience, for that is true worship. No other worship is worth as much. Have patience; patience is the key to all relief.
Rumi