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There are three things which a man in bound to practice. Whosoever neglects any one of them must need neglect them all, and whosoever cleaves to any one of them much needs cleave to them all. Strive therefore, to understand, and consider heedfully.

— Shaqiq al-Balkhi The Sayings and Teachings of the Great Mystics of Islam (2004)

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The best atonement for the greater sins if to help the needy and down-trodden folk.

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Whoever comes to repent before death is not late.

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Defer not the date of repentance for sins and confession in the hope of grace or longevity of life.

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Depend more on the promises of God than those of men.

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Intelligent person, in true sense is that who abdicates the world before it deserts him.

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