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“When a man becomes old, his greed becomes young: sleep grows heavy at the time of morning.” quote by Saib Tabrizi
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“When a man becomes old, his greed becomes young: sleep grows heavy at the time of morning.”

Saib Tabrizi

About This Quote

Source Poem: Unknown Persian poetry, 13th century

Aging reverses priorities; youthful greed fades while the need for rest intensifies at dawn.

In simple terms: Old age flips desires, sleep feels heavy in the morning.

Key Takeaway

Rest early, respect changing needs.

Themes

aging greed rest time reversal

Mood

reflective melancholic

Type

observational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • morning routines
  • elder care
  • night shift workers
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

philosophy human nature temporal shift

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your perception of desire change with age?
  • What routines help you honor your body's needs?
A Different Perspective

May overlook the benefits of continued ambition in later life.

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