Religion
In Praise of Generosity
Translated by Arthur N. Wollaston (1906) · From Sadi's Scroll of Wisdom (1906)
O soul! whoever spreadeth the table of benevolence
Is famous in the world of liberality.
Generosity will make thee renowned throughout the universe;
Generosity will secure thee happiness.
Beside generosity there is nothing in the world,
Nor is aught more current in any market!
Generosity will be the source of delight;
Generosity will be the harvest of life.
Freshen the heart of the world by generosity;
Fill the globe with the renown of thy generosity.
For ever be steadfast in generosity;
Since the Creator of the soul is beneficent.
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Shiraz, Sa'di of. “In Praise of Generosity.” Translated by Arthur N. Wollaston. Poetry Codex, poetrycodex.com/poem/sadi/3/.
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Shiraz, Sa'di of. “In Praise of Generosity.” Translated by Arthur N. Wollaston. Poetry Codex. https://poetrycodex.com/poem/sadi/3/.
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