He who, when he hath the power, doeth not good, when he loses the means will suffer distress. There is not a more unfortunate wretch than the oppressor; for in the day of adversity nobody is his friend.

When thou seest thine enemy in trouble, curl not thy whiskers in contempt; for in every bone there is marrow, and within every jacket there is a man.

Though someday we may become as eloquent as Sahban, but we might also miss the essence of the Forgiving One.

Whatever makes an impression on the heart seems lovely in the eye.

If thou covetest riches, ask not but for contentment, which is an immense treasure.

That which is not allotted the hand cannot reach; what is allotted you will find wherever you may be.

Expose not the secret failings of mankind, otherwise you must verily bring scandal upon them and distrust upon yourself.