Number 16

MasnaviIraqi style
English

Number 16

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
غمخواری دوستان خدا را دلداری دشمنان مدارا