Nasruddin had spent many years as a poor man, but later in life he achieved a position of great honor in the court of the emperor Tamerlane, who liked to consult Nasruddin on all manner of topics.
"Tell me, Nasruddin," said the emperor, "at what time of day is it best to dine?"
"Well," replied Nasruddin, "that all depends on circumstances. If someone is an emperor, then any time at all is the best time to dine. But if someone is a poor man, then the best time to dine is whenever you can find some food."
Inspired by: The World of Nasrudin by Idries Shah, free to read online at the Idries Shah Foundation.
Notes: This is story #14 in the book.
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