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Al-Fudayl ibn 'Iyad on Society

d. 800

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Satisfaction is better than asceticism in this world because one who is satisfied never wishes for anything beyond his station.

The Sayings and Teachings of the Great Mystics of Islam (2004)

Five of the signs of wretchedness in a man are: Hardness in the hearts, severity in the eyes, paucity of shame, desire for this world, and limitless expectation for worldly gain.

The Sayings and Teachings of the Great Mystics of Islam (2004)

Just as it is impossible to shed tears in Paradise, so to laugh in the world is also a matter of surprise. For just as Paradise is not a place for tears, similarly the world is no place for laughter.

The Sayings and Teachings of the Great Mystics of Islam (2004)

On the Day of Judgement many a rich will suffer imprisonment and the office-holders of the world will have a terrible time, being called to answer for their deeds. So be prepared to answer for your acts on that Day.

The Sayings and Teachings of the Great Mystics of Islam (2004)

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