The Metaphor of the Moth and the Flame

A woman asks about the Sufi metaphor of the moth drawn to the flame and how it intersects with ordinary experiences. Rupert says that the moth’s longing for the flame symbolises our longing for God or union. As the moth approaches the flame, it realises that to experience love, it must cease to exist as a moth. This leads to a dance of longing for love and fear of dissolution. Finally, through grace, the moth takes the leap and merges with the flame, which is the experience of love.

From event 18 - 25 October, 2024 Seven-Day Retreat at Mercy Center – 18 to 25 October 2024

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