This is beautifully written, it weaves history, memory, and literature together in such a meaningful way. The connection between the Farsi words, the simple question of how are you, and George Eliot’s reflection feels timeless and deeply human.
I was hesitating in the conclusion of a bargain for the purchase of a house when a Jew said: 'Buy it for
I am one of the landholders of this ward. Ask me for a description of the house as it is and it has no
defect.' I replied: 'Except that thou art the neighbour of it.'
What a very beautiful--and important--story, Shabnam.
Solid. Thank you.
This is beautifully written, it weaves history, memory, and literature together in such a meaningful way. The connection between the Farsi words, the simple question of how are you, and George Eliot’s reflection feels timeless and deeply human.
What a beautiful post! So, how are you?
So the kindness tradition is lost and erased in Iran and Afghanistan
And yet so many people run away from
This wonderful kind Iran. I wonder why.
Kindness...
Story 9
I was hesitating in the conclusion of a bargain for the purchase of a house when a Jew said: 'Buy it for I am one of the landholders of this ward. Ask me for a description of the house as it is and it has no defect.' I replied: 'Except that thou art the neighbour of it.'
A house which has a neighbour like thee
Is worth ten dirhems of a deficient standard
But the hope must be entertained
That after thy death it will be worth a thousand.
Saadi Shirazi, Golestan, Chapter IV
We were indeed born to be kind. Thank you for this heart moving memory.
Love this. Adding to it, ‘hope you are well’ <3