Where is the home of knowledge—the mind or the heart? This is what the wise have said.

“Said the Wise Man” is a prominent bronze statue located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, created by Spanish sculptor Miguel Ortiz Berrocal. It was installed in 1992 and depicts a seated figure in traditional Arab attire, symbolizing wisdom and cultural heritage. The statue has become a notable landmark and meeting point in the city’s Diplomatic Quarter.

Asaad Taha is a prominent Syrian journalist and television presenter, best known for hosting the long-running political talk show “Daring Question” on Al Jazeera. The program, which began in the late 1990s, gained a significant Arab audience for its direct interviews with leaders and discussion of controversial political issues. His career has been defined by this influential platform for debate in the Arab world.