Seeing the flowers through the window is pale indeed to touching the petals and inhaling deeply of the fragrance.
The sound of the music is completed by the presence of the musician. The recording a pale imitation.
He knocked at the door and voice asked "Who is there?" "It is you, my love", he answered, and was only then allowed to enter.
Knowing the Heart and Breath of the Beloved is more than "I love you". To be of the "Great Stew" one must be cooked and blended.