This poetic confession expresses the universal nature of his spiritual love. It means his heart can embrace all faiths and forms of devotion, seeing the divine presence in every path and tradition, without exclusion.
Quote by Ibn Arabi: “My heart has become capable of every form. It is a pasture for gazelles and a monastery for monks.”
My heart has become capable of every form. It is a pasture for gazelles and a monastery for monks.
Insight
Historical Context
Composed during a period of extensive travel and encounters with diverse cultures and religions, this verse reflects his profound realization of the unity of all religious expressions, foundational to his pluralistic theology.
About the Author
Andalusian Sufi mystic and philosopher born in Murcia in 1165, widely regarded as one of the greatest spiritual teachers in Islamic history. His work Fusus al-Hikam articulates a vision of divine love that transcends the boundaries of any single religion.
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