Hekayat 73 from Chapter 8 of Golestan of Saadi

The purpose of the descent of the Quran is to cultivate good character, not merely to recite its written chapters.

An unlearned devout person has walked on foot, while a negligent scholar has ridden but fallen asleep.

A sinner who repents is better than a worshipper who is arrogant.

A gentle-hearted commander is better than a scholar who troubles people.

مراد از نزول قرآن تحصیل سیرت خوب است نه ترتیل سورت مکتوب.

عامی متعبد پیادهٔ رفته است و عالم متهاون سوار خفته.

عاصی که دست بر دارد، به از عابد که در سر دارد.

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