Forgiveness is commendable, but apply not ointment to the wound of an oppressor.

Whoever gives advice to a heedless man is himself in need of advice.

Whosoever formeth an intimacy with the enemies of his friends, does so to injure the latter. O wise man! wash your hands of that friend who associates with your enemies.

Better hold the hand for coin, though small, Than lose, for one half a dang, it all.

Whoever interrupts the conversation of others to make a display of his fund of knowledge, makes notorious his own stock of ignorance.

Most of the birds of the Old World can be found here, as Oman is on a strategic route for migrating birds

The rich man is everywhere expected and at home.