Page 177 - The Book of Rumi

“I’m not afraid of being cut; my entire body is in fact covered with love
cuts,” he responded dreamily. “I no longer exist, for my whole being has been
taken over by my love for Laily. I’m simply afraid that if you cut me, you might
be cutting her at the same time! Only those who are particularly sensitive can
tell that there’s no difference between Laily and me, that we’re one and the
same!”
Having spoken his mind, Majnoun turned his back on those who sought
to help him and refused to be touched, instinctively protecting the love of his
life, Laily.

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