Philosophical Sayings
58 sayings found from the Medieval era
Actions are judged by intentions.
None of you truly believes until he loves for his brother what he loves for himself.
The best of you are those who are best to their families.
He who does not show mercy to others will not be shown mercy.
The one who repents from sin is like one who has not sinned at all.
A strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than a weak believer.
Do not wish to be like anyone except in two cases: A man whom Allah has given wealth and he spends it righteously; and a man whom Allah has given wisdom and he acts according to it and teaches it to others.
Indeed, God is gentle and loves gentleness in all matters.
Richness is not having many possessions, but richness is the richness of the soul.
The most beloved of deeds to Allah are those that are most consistent, even if they are small.
The true Muslim is he from whose tongue and hand the Muslims are safe.
Beware of suspicion, for suspicion is the falsest of speech.
No fatigue, nor disease, nor sorrow, nor sadness, nor hurt, nor distress befalls a Muslim, even if it were the prick of a thorn, but Allah expiates some of his sins thereby.
Be in the world as if you were a stranger or a traveler.
The best jihad is the word of justice in front of an oppressive ruler.
Kindness is a mark of faith, and whoever is not kind has no faith.
Do not belittle any good deed, even meeting your brother with a cheerful face.
The dearest of people to Allah are those who are most beneficial to people.
A man's true wealth hereafter is the good he does in this world to his fellow man.
The best among you are those who have the best manners and character.