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Without the head, man is a dead body. So too, without prayers, all other acts of worship are lifeless.

— Ashraf Ali Thanwi

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The primary purpose of Tasawwuf is the reformation of the actions of the heart.

Keep intellect above your habits, and Shari'ah above your intellect.

I developed enthusiasm for Dīn - of which tahajjud is one branch.

Knowledge prevents one from going astray because of the realization of the truth. This in itself is a great treasure.

"Remembrance creates and strengthens a special bond between man and His Creator."

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Oh dear Pan and all the other Gods of this place, grant that I may be beautiful inside.

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To feel the supreme and moving beauty of the spectacle to which Nature invites her ephemeral guests! … that is what I call prayer.

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"O God, thy sea is so great and my boat is so small."

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