Hekayat 49 from Chapter 8 of Golestan of Saadi

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Hekayat 49 from Chapter 8 of Golestan of Saadi

Posted on December 09, 2024 by @hamed 37 1

English Translation for Hekayat

Whoever has an enemy ahead, if he does not kill him, he is his own enemy.

A stone in hand and a snake's head on a stone,

It is foolishness to hesitate and compare.

متن حکایت

هر که را دشمن پیش است، اگر نکشد دشمن خویش است.

سنگ بر دست و مار سر بر سنگ

خیره‌رایی بود قیاس و درنگ

hamed
@hamed Dec. 9, 2024, 6:40 p.m.

Saadi's wisdom here highlights the urgency of dealing decisively with threats and the folly of hesitation when faced with danger. It serves as a reminder that in certain situations, prompt and decisive action is necessary to protect oneself. Saadi's timeless insights continue to offer valuable lessons in prudence and self-defense.

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