The roots of the aged palm tree exceed those of the young one; the old have a greater attachment to the world.

To the seeker after pearls, silence is a speaking argument, for no breath comes forth from the diver of the sea.

Flowers and fruit are never combined in one place: it is impossible that teeth and delicacies should exist simultaneously.

Seek for the truth from the heart which is empty of thought.

The rosary in the hand, repentance on the lips, and the heart full of sinful longings-sin itself laughs at our repentance!

In this market every head has a different fancy: everyone winds his turban in a different fashion.

Ten doors are opened if one door be shut: the finger is the interpreter of the dumb man's tongue.