Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Spirituality
Inability is a disaster; patience is bravery; abstinence is a treasure, self-restraint is a shield; and the best companion is submission to Divine Will.
Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Death
Every breath you take is a step towards death.
Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Miscellaneous
Remember that enjoyments pass while consequences remain.
Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Friendship
A friend is not a true friend unless he protects his brother in three situations: in his misfortune, in his absense, and at his death.
Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Punishment
Every person who is tempted to go astray, does not deserve punishment.
Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Hunger
Be afraid of a gentleman when he is hungry, and of a mean person when his stomach is full.
Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Wisdom
A fool's mind is at the mercy of his tongue and a wise man's tongue is under the control of his mind.
Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Hope & Dreams
When you get ill do not get nervous about it and try as much as possible to be hopeful.
Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Facts
When this world favors somebody, it lends him the attributes, and surpassing merits of others and when it turns its face away from him it snatches away even his own excellences and fame.
Ali ibn-Abi-Talib on Enemies
If you overpower your enemy, then pardon him by way of thankfulness to Allah, for being able to subdue him.