Ali ibn Abi Talib
Ali ibn Abi Talib
Ali ibn Abi Talib was the cousin and son-in-law of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, ruling over the Islamic caliphate from 656 to 661...
ProfessionClergyman
men aspiration nobility
A man's worth depends upon the nobility of his aspirations.
people unjust requirements
Either you are just or unjust. If you are just, then you will not keep aloof from the people, but will listen to them and meet their requirements. But if you are unjust, the people themselves will keep away from you.
islamic heart enemy
Wealth tends to create enemies, whereas knowledge tends to warm hearts.
men able action
The weakest man is the one who is able to correct his moral defects, but doesn't take action.
wisdom islamic light
The world is darkness; knowledge is light; but knowledge without truth is a mere shadow.
return merit initiative
If you are greeted then return the greetings more warmly. If you are favored, then repay the obligation manifold; but he who takes the initiative will always excel in merit.
grief heart past
Don't engage your heart in grief over the past or you wont be ready for what is coming.
long people alive
Lead such a life, that, when you die, the people may mourn you, and while you are alive they long for your company.
wisdom taken islamic
How many lessons there are and how little they are taken
causes gods-will
Fear only the will of God and you will have no cause to fear anyone else.
men tongue
A man is hid under his tongue.
wisdom islamic needs
A friend cannot be considered a friend until he is tested in three occasions: in timeof need, behind your back, and after your death.
wisdom men doors
I wonder at a man who loses hope of salvation when the door of repentance is open for him.
islamic silence sometimes
Surely silence can sometimes be the most eloquent reply.