Hekayat 39 from Chapter 8 of Golestan of Saadi
English Translation for Hekayat
From a soulless body, no obedience will come, and a shell without a kernel has no worth.
متن حکایت
از تن بیدل طاعت نیاید و پوست بیمغز را بضاعت نشاید.
From a soulless body, no obedience will come, and a shell without a kernel has no worth.
از تن بیدل طاعت نیاید و پوست بیمغز را بضاعت نشاید.
Saadi's wisdom here highlights the importance of inner values and genuine intent. It reminds us that actions without heartfelt sincerity are meaningless, just as an empty shell has no value. Saadi's teachings continue to offer profound insights into the significance of authenticity and integrity in our lives.