Don't open your diamonds in a vegetable market. Tie them in bundle and keep them in your heart, and go your own way.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Kabir advises keeping your most valuable qualities internal and private rather than displaying them where they won't be valued.
- In plain terms
- Do not show your best qualities to those who won't appreciate them; keep them in your heart.
- What can you take from it?
- Keep your inner value private and do not waste it on the wrong people.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you hide for safety?
- Where are you undervalued?
Another view
Withholding your best traits might prevent necessary connection or influence.
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