The Economic Times

Quote of the day by Persian polymath mathematician-poet Omar Khayyam: 'Dead yesterdays and unborn tomorrows, why fret about it, if today...'

Omar Khayyam, a millennium after his passing, remains a celebrated poet and profound thinker. His contributions extended beyond his famous quatrains to significant advancements in algebra, geometry, and astronomy, including the precise Jalali calendar. Khayyam's enduring wisdom, emphasizing the present moment, continues to inspire.