“Whatever you imagine you must have lasts but for a moment. A hundred such worlds and kingdoms, are worth less than a half a barleycorn. Yet, for the sake of a single ephemeral hour of delight you build your foundation… — Attar of Nishapur Copy Share Image
“Had I known how listening is superior to speaking, I would not have wasted my life preaching.” — Attar of Nishapur Copy Share Image
“A KING WHO PLACED MIRRORS IN HIS PALACE There lived a king; his comeliness was such The world could not acclaim his charm too… — Attar of Nishapur Copy Share Image
“When they had understood the hoopoe's words, A clamour of complaint rose from the birds: 'Although we recognize you as our guide, You must… — Attar of Nishapur Copy Share Image
“The hoopoe said: 'Your heart's congealed like ice; When will you free yourself from cowardice? Since you have such a short time to live… — Attar of Nishapur Copy Share Image
“If you will but aspire You will attain to all that you desire. Before an atom of such need the Sun Seems dim and… — Attar of Nishapur Copy Share Image
“Whatever you imagine you must have lasts but for a moment. A hundred such worlds and kingdoms, are worth less than a half a… — Attar of Nishapur Copy Share Image
“The people of this world are like the three butterflies in front of a candle's flame. The first one went closer and said: I… — Attar of Nishapur Copy Share Image
