A dervish found himself in need.
Someone said: “So-and-so has immense wealth; if he becomes aware of your need, he will surely fulfill it without delay.”
The dervish replied: “I do not know him.”
The person said: “I will guide you.”
He took the dervish to the wealthy man’s house.
They saw a man sitting with a frown and a stern expression.
The dervish turned back without saying a word.
Someone asked him: “What did you do?”
He replied: “I gave up his gift for his company.”
"Do not take your need to a sour-faced person,
For his bad temper will wear you out.
If you must share your sorrow, share it with someone,
Whose face brings you comfort."
