Sadi is widely recognized as one of the greatest poets of the classical literary tradition, earning him the nickname "The Master of Speech" through Gulestan, a landmark of Persian literature and the most influential work of prose. His other magnum opus is the Bustan, a book of poetry.
"Sadi is definitely one of the pillars of the solid foundation of Persian literature, a product of poetry and prose, and the constituent of one of the most graceful organs of the glorious body of our current culture," the Leader said in his message to a congress commemorating Sadi on Saturday.
"Sadi's aphorism, which is derived from the teachings of the Qur'an and Hadith, has always been a golden seal on the memory of learners, and his eloquent and explicit language has been the revelator of the treasures of meanings for the searching and eager hearts," the Leader said.
His message came as Iranians marked the National Commemoration Day of Sadi Shirazi.
"The celebration of Sadi is the celebration of not only eloquent poetry and prose, but also morals, wisdom and knowledge," Ayatollah Khamenei said.
"In this era when the blessed Islamic Revolution has made the life of our people the realm of Islamic values, and put wisdom and knowledge in its worthy place, it is appropriate that the beautiful mention of Sadi be repeated and emphasized," he added.
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