Poetry Quote by Muslih Al-Din Mushrif Ibn Abd Allah Al Saadi 1184 1283
““Human beings are members of a whole, In creation of one essence and soul. If one member is afflicted with pain, Other members uneasy will remain. If you have no sympathy for human pain, The name of human you cannot retain”. ***Gulistan ("The Rose Garden") is a landmark literary work in Persian literature. Written in 1259 A.D, it is one of two magna opera of the Persian poet Saadi, considered one of the best medieval Persian poets. The Gulistan is a collection of poems and stories, just as a rose-garden is a collection of roses. It is widely quoted as a source of wisdom. The entrance to the United Nations' Hall of Nations’ carries the following inscription culled from Gulistan.””
About This Quote
Source Poetry: Gulistan (The Rose Garden) by Saadi, 1259
Human beings are interconnected; suffering of one affects all, and empathy defines humanity.
In simple terms: We share each other's pain and joy.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate empathy.
Themes
humanity
interconnectedness
compassion
philosophy
spirituality
Mood
compassionate
reflective
inspirational
Type
Poetry:1
Rose garden:1
Persian Poet:1
Poets Gulistan:0
Gulistan Rose:0
Gulistan Collection:0
Persian Literature:1
When to use this quote
- community service
- conflict
- mindfulness practice
- social work
Key Concepts
collective responsibility
moral philosophy
social ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond to others' pain?
- What limits empathy?
A Different Perspective
Empathy alone may not solve systemic issues.
