“If thou art of elephant-strength or of lion-claw, still peace is, in my opinion, better than strife.”
Quote by Saadi
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Saadi
Saadi (1210-1291), a Persian poet, is considered one of the greatest poets in the history of Persian literature. His works are renowned for their profound philosophical insights and beautiful poetic form, with masterpieces such as 'Bustan' and 'Gulistan'. Saadi's poetry has had a profound impact on literature, philosophy, and thought, and has been translated into many languages. more
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