One day, he asked his mother to bring him something to eat. She offered him a plate stacked with his books and quills. What is the meaning of this, mother? he asked her, surprised. His mother had a sweet sense of humor. That’s what you bring me, son, she answered.
ذات يوم طلب إلى أمّه أن تجيئه بطعام؛ فأتت بطبق عليه كتبه وقراطيسه. فقال مستغرباً: ما هذا يا أمّاه؟ قالت وكان في طبعها فكاهة لطيفة: هو ما تأتيني به يا بنيّ!.