A1 Proverb Muy formal

صبر اوج احترام به حکمت خداست

sabre owje ehteram be hekmate khodast

Patience is the height of respect for God's wisdom

Significado

Enduring difficulties with patience demonstrates ultimate trust in divine plans.

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Contexto cultural

In Iran, the concept of 'Sabr' is often linked to the story of Prophet Job (Ayub) or the events of Karbala. It is seen as a noble, active choice rather than a sign of weakness. This phrase is a favorite subject for 'Shekasteh Nasta'liq' artists. The flow of the words 'Sabr' and 'Hekmat' allows for beautiful artistic extensions. Filmmakers like Majid Majidi often use the theme of this proverb—finding divine beauty in suffering—as a central plot point. While the full proverb is formal, the underlying sentiment drives the common use of 'Enshalla' (God willing) and 'Tavakkol' (Trust).

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When to stay silent

Sometimes, just saying this phrase is better than giving long advice. Iranians value the 'dignity of silence' in hardship.

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Calligraphy recognition

If you see a painting with a large 'S' shape (the letter Sad ص), it's likely starting the word 'Sabr' and might be this proverb.

Significado

Enduring difficulties with patience demonstrates ultimate trust in divine plans.

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When to stay silent

Sometimes, just saying this phrase is better than giving long advice. Iranians value the 'dignity of silence' in hardship.

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Calligraphy recognition

If you see a painting with a large 'S' shape (the letter Sad ص), it's likely starting the word 'Sabr' and might be this proverb.

Ponte a prueba

Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb.

صبر اوج احترام به _______ خداست.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: حکمت

The word 'Hekmat' means wisdom, which is the core of this proverb.

Which situation is most appropriate for this phrase?

When should you say 'Sabr owj-e ehteram be hekmat-e khodast'?

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Consoling someone who lost their job after 20 years.

This phrase is for serious, life-altering hardships.

Match the Persian word to its English meaning.

Match the components of the proverb.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: all

These are the four pillars of the phrase.

Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase.

A: من خیلی نگران آینده هستم. B: نگران نباش عزیزم، ________.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: صبر اوج احترام به حکمت خداست

The context of worrying about the future fits the spiritual comfort of the proverb.

🎉 Puntuación: /4

Ayudas visuales

Banco de ejercicios

4 ejercicios
Fill in the missing word to complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

صبر اوج احترام به _______ خداست.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: حکمت

The word 'Hekmat' means wisdom, which is the core of this proverb.

Which situation is most appropriate for this phrase? Choose A2

When should you say 'Sabr owj-e ehteram be hekmat-e khodast'?

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: Consoling someone who lost their job after 20 years.

This phrase is for serious, life-altering hardships.

Match the Persian word to its English meaning. Match A1

Empareja cada elemento de la izquierda con su par de la derecha:

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: all

These are the four pillars of the phrase.

Complete the dialogue with the correct phrase. dialogue_completion B1

A: من خیلی نگران آینده هستم. B: نگران نباش عزیزم، ________.

✓ ¡Correcto! ✗ No del todo. Respuesta correcta: صبر اوج احترام به حکمت خداست

The context of worrying about the future fits the spiritual comfort of the proverb.

🎉 Puntuación: /4

Preguntas frecuentes

3 preguntas

While it has Islamic roots, it is used culturally by many Iranians regardless of their level of religiosity as a form of traditional wisdom.

Yes, but only in a formal email of condolence or a very serious personal message. It is too formal for business emails.

'Hekmat' is more than just 'wisdom'; it implies a divine logic or a 'reason behind things' that humans might not see yet.

Frases relacionadas

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صبر تلخ است ولیکن بر شیرین دارد

similar

Patience is bitter, but it has sweet fruit.

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گر صبر کنی ز غوره حلوا سازی

similar

If you are patient, you can make halva from sour grapes.

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توکل به خدا

builds on

Trust in God.

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عجله کار شیطان است

contrast

Haste is the work of the Devil.

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