Quote by Sa'di, The Gulistan (or Rose Gar

I never complained of the vicissitudes of fortune, nor suffered my face to be overcast at the revolution of the heavens, except once, when my feet were bare, and I had not the means of obtaining shoes. I came to the chief of Kfah in a state of much dejection, and saw there a man who had no feet. I returned thanks to God and acknowledged his mercies, and endured my want of shoes with patience, and exclaimed,trans. Edward B. Eastwick

I never complained of the vicissitudes of fortune, nor suffe

Summary

This quote highlights the importance of perspective and gratitude in life. The speaker is expressing that they have never complained about the ups and downs of life or allowed themselves to be overwhelmed by external circumstances. However, there was a moment of discontent when they lacked shoes. Yet, upon encountering a man who had no feet, they immediately realized the triviality of their own complaint. This experience teaches them to acknowledge and appreciate the blessings they do have, filling them with gratitude and allowing them to endure their own struggles with patience.

By Sa'di, The Gulistan (or Rose Gar

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