To completely trust in Allah is to be like a child who knows deeply that even if he does not call for the mother, the mother is totally aware of his condition and is looking after him.

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Never have I dealt with anything more difficult than my own soul, which sometimes helps me and sometimes opposes me.

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Each of your breaths is a priceless jewel, since each of them is irreplaceable and once gone, can never be retrieved.

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If you see Allah, Mighty and Magnificent, holding back this world from you, frequently trying you with adversity and tribulation, know that you hold a great status with Him. Know that He is dealing with you as He does with His Awliya’ and chosen elite, and is watching over you.

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To get what you love, you must first be patient with what you hate.

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The happiness of the drop is to die in the river.

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Dear friend, Your heart is a polished mirror. You must wipe it dean of the veil of dust that has gathered upon it, because it is destined to reflect the light of divine secrets.

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The corruption of religions comes from turning them to mere words and appearances.

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A man of bad character punishes his own soul.

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The way to paradise is an uphill climb whereas hell is downhill. Hence, there is a struggle to get to paradise and not to hell.

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