196 Quotes by Saadi

That sorrow which is the harbinger of joy is preferable to the joy which is followed by sorrow.

Anger that has no limit causes terror, and unseasonable kindness does away with respect. Be not so severe as to cause disgust, nor so lenient as to make people presume.

Be sure, either that thou art stronger than thine enemy, or that thou hast a swifter pair of heels.

Holiness comes by holy deeds. Not starving flesh of daily needs.

Whoever has his foe at his mercy, and does not kill him, is his own enemy

Obedience insures greatness, whilst disobedience leads to a repulse. Whosoever possesseth the qualities of righteousness placeth his head on the threshold of obedience.

The covetous map explores the whole world in pursuit of a subsistence, and fate is close at his heels.

When you see contention amongst your enemies, go and sit at ease with your friends; but when you see them of one mind, string your bow, and place stones upon the ramparts.

I have often found a small stream at its fountain-head, that, when followed up, carried away the camel with his load.