Church Quote by Saadi
“Two orders of mankind are the enemies of church and state; the king without clemency, and the holy man without learning.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Golestan, 1258
Power without compassion and ignorance in authority are mutually destructive.
In simple terms: Cruel rulers and ignorant holy men are enemies.
Cultivate compassion and learning in leadership.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- government
- religious institutions
- leadership training
- public policy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can compassion be taught to leaders?
- What role does education play in governance?
Change is slow and resisted.