by Dr. Syed Rizvi | Feb 9, 2008 | Quotations, Wisdom from Imams
Jibrael-al-Ameen (Gabriel, the Trustworthy) called on Adam (AS) and said to him: “God have commanded me that I offer you three wonderful things and ask you to choose only one” Adam (A) asked: “O Jibrael ! What are those things?” Gabriel said: “These are ‘Aql (Reason),...
by Dr. Syed Rizvi | Dec 13, 2007 | Wisdom from Imams
Live among people in such a way that they weep for you when you die and wish to have your company during your lifetime. Imam Ali (A.S.)
by Dr. Syed Rizvi | Dec 13, 2007 | Wisdom from Imams
What a wonderful creation man is; he sees through the layers of fat (eyes), hears through bones (ears) and speaks through a lump of flesh (tongue). Imam Ali (A.S.)
by Dr. Syed Rizvi | Dec 1, 2007 | Wisdom from Imams
The mind of a wise man is the safest custody of secrets; cheerfulness is the key to friendship; patience and forbearance will conceal many defects. Imam Ali (A.S.)
by Dr. Syed Rizvi | Nov 30, 2007 | Wisdom from Imams
A conceited and self-admiring person is disliked by others; charity and alms are the best remedy for ailments and calamities; one has to account in the next world for the deeds that he has done in this world. Imam Ali (A.S.)
by Dr. Syed Rizvi | Nov 28, 2007 | Wisdom from Imams
Submission to God’s Will is the best companion; wisdom is the noblest heritage; theoretical and practical knowledge are the best signs of distinction; deep thinking will present the clearest picture of every problem. Imam Ali (A.S.)
