Ch 02 The Morals Of Dervishes Story 49 Poem Rhyme Scheme and Analysis
Rhyme Scheme: A ABACDEA sage having been asked whether liberality or bravery is better replied He who possesses liberality needs no bravery | A |
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It is written on the tomb of Behram Gur | A |
A liberal hand is better than a strong arm | B |
Hatim Tai has passed away but for ever | A |
His high name will remain celebrated for beneficence | C |
Set aside the zekat from thy property because the exuberant vines | D |
When pruned by the vintner will yield more grapes | E |
Saadi Shirazi
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