To give sympathy is sovereignty, to desire it from others is captivity.
To give sympathy is sovereignty, to desire it from others is captivity. Bowl of Saki, April 4, by Hazrat Inayat Khan Commentary by Hazrat Inayat Khan: Although sometimes it gives a tender sensation in the heart to say, 'Oh, how poorly I am', and it is soothing to hear from someone, 'Oh, I am so sorry you are not well', yet I should think that one would prefer if another thing were said in sympathy, namely, 'I am so happy to see you are so well'. In order to create that tender sensation one need... Sign in to see full entry.