Do you know what makes a person truly whole?
Kindness and generosity to both friend and foe.
Grieving alongside the friends of God,
and meeting your enemies with patience and comfort.
Explanation: «Friends of God» renders a phrase for the devout or righteous. The poem frames human perfection as compassion extended even toward enemies.
Original · Persian
شمارهٔ ۱۶
دانی چه بود کمال انسان؟
با دشمن و دوست لطف و احسان