In the last program I told you about Shams of Tabriz, the simple basket-weaver who turned into an influential teacher transforming Rumi’s outlook on life. Today, we will continue with that conversation by listening to some of Shams sayings where his thoughts are crystallized in his candid – yet caring – words. Being down to earth, so to speak, is a major characteristic of Shams and Rumi both. Presence, and teaching, for both of them are discrete qualities rather than loud words. Stars shed light on your way without uttering a single word. To recognize these presences, however, it is important to protect your solitude particularly when surrounded by people. Thus you will notice the beloved walking inside your soul invisible to others — and that you are a sea without shores.