Husayn ibn Ali
Grandson of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, the son of ‘Al? and F?timah, as well as the third Sh?‘ah Im?m.
One who pursues a goal through sinful ways, will ironically distance himself from that goal, and will approach what he was afraid of.
Receiving education nurtures human wisdom.
Our enemy is the enemy of my grandfather, Muhammad.
Among the signs of a learned man is criticising his own words and being informed of various viewpoints.
Honor and dignity of man is only in virtue and piety.
Increase of experiences, increases the wisdom of mankind.
The wise one does not speak to one whom he fears he shall be belied, he does not ask anyone of anything if he fears he shall not give, and he does not repose hope on one whom he does not trust.
Whoever seeks the satisfaction of people through disobedience of God, then God subjects him to people.
People are slaves to the world, and as long as they live favorable and comfortable lives, they are loyal to religious principles. However, at hard times, the times of trials, true religious people are scarce.
When you are frustrated and do not know a way out, only flexibility and moderation towards difficulties will save you.
The most generous person is the one who offers help to those who do not expect him to help.
Death with honor is better than a life of degradation.
Tolerance is man’s ornament, keeping promises is a sign of nobility, and bonding with others is a grace.
Associating with corrupt people makes you subject to suspicion.
Two signs of learned person are: acceptance of other people's criticism, and being knowledgeable about the angles and dimensions of rhetoric and debate.
Wisdom will not be complete except by following the truth.
Oh God! Surely you know that whatever we did was not a competition to gain worldly positions and not for the worthless physical attractions of the world. But to show the signs of religious ways and to remove corruption from your lands, so that the oppressed feel secured and act according to your traditions and rules.
Never will be salvaged the people who win the consent of the creature, at the cost of the dissatisfaction of the creator.
If one does not have these five things there is no good in him: intellect, religion, etiquette, shame and good manners.
One who reveals your faults to you like a mirror is your true friend, and one who flatters you and covers up your faults is your enemy.