Very much I have traveled in many a clime;

And with many a person have utilized time. 

I regretted, from all of those būstāns so fair, 

To my friends empty-handed again to re-pair.

I said to myself that from Egypt they bear 

Sugar-candy to friends, as an offering rare. 

If none of that candy I brought in my hand,

Words sweeter than candy are mine to command.


-Saʿdī, on the Reason for Composing the Būstān (the Orchard)

What You'll Learn

Persian Course

  1. Introduction, The Reason for Composing the Book, Justice, Management of Affairs, and Good Judgment

  2. On Beneficence

  3. On Love, Intoxication, and Passion, On Acceptance of God’s Will

  4. On Humility

  5. On Contentment

  6. On Edification

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  • 16 lessons
  • 7.5 hours of video content

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