The sea does not contain all the pearls, the earth does not enclose all the treasures, and the flint-stone does not inclose all the diamonds, since the head of man encloses wisdom.

Court the society of a superior, and make much of the opportunity; for in the company of an equal thy good fortune must decline.

When a man appreciates only eating and sleeping, what excellence has he over the reptiles?

Oman overall has great animal and plant biodiversity because it has mountains, desert, coastal areas and rich coral reefs.

It is wrong to follow the advice of an adversary; nevertheless it is right to hear it, that you may do the contrary; and this is the essence of good policy.

Whoever recounts to you the faults of your neighbour will doubtless expose your defects to others.

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