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Quote 2 on ignorance by Sadi (1208-1292) . Post 29

quote 2 of Shaikh Sadi on ignorance.

O intelligent man what is the tongue in he mouth?
It is the key to the treasure-door of a virtuous  man,
When the door id closed  how can one know
Whether he is a seller of jewels or a hawker?


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