Abu'l-Fath al-Busti

Abu'l-Fath al-Busti (d. 1009) was a Persian writer and poet of the Ghaznawi period, well known for Arabic verse and prose composition, especially his skillful word-play. In law, he followed Shaffi' school. He was abducted by Subuktigin, father of Sultan Mahmud, but ultimately became secretary to Sultan Mahmud. He died in exile in Bukhara. His most famous works still recited by professional storytellers.

Wisdom & Quotes

• Fate mocks at wishes.
• If you yield to your anger, you only cease to be civil.
• A man's increase in worldly wealth does oft-times loss betide,

And all his pains, save virtue's gains, but swell the debit side.

Chou Tun I