In this narrative from Jami's Haft Awrang, a masterful poet recites a brilliant qasida (ode) to the king. While the court and the wise remain silent, an ignorant man who knows nothing of literary arts loudly praises the poem. Instead of being pleased, the poet weeps bitterly. He explains that praise from an ignorant person is a sign that his poetry is low-quality and simple enough to appeal to the unrefined, indicating a failure of his artistic craft.

This story serves as a didactic allegory illustrating classical Persian literary standards. It emphasizes that true artistic and intellectual validation must come from qualified peers and mentors. Praise from the unqualified or ignorant is not a compliment, but rather a warning sign of mediocrity and a cause for intellectual grief.