Fetish


Nothing should stand between you and God. No imams, priests, rabbits or any other custodians of moral or religious leadership. Not spiritual masters and not even your faith. Learn the Truth, my friend, but be careful not to make a fetish out of your truths. -Shams of Tabriz

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