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“Two orders of mankind are the enemies of church and state; the king without clemency, and the holy man without learning.” quote by Saadi
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“Two orders of mankind are the enemies of church and state; the king without clemency, and the holy man without learning.”

Saadi

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.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate compassion and learning in leadership.

Themes

politics religion power ethics

Mood

serious reflective

Type

philosophical political

When to use this quote

  • government
  • religious institutions
  • leadership training
  • public policy

Key Concepts

authority education humility

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can compassion be taught to leaders?
  • What role does education play in governance?
A Different Perspective

Change is slow and resisted.

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