Who despises an insignificant enemy resembles him who is careless about fire.
Extinguish it today, while it may be quenched,
Because when fire is high, it burns the world.
Allow not the bow to be spanned
By a foe because an arrow may pierce.
Back to Sa di
Get a free collection of Classic Poetry ↓
To be able to leave a comment here you must be registered. Log in or Sign up.