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HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
You must be humble, as it is one of the greatest [forms of] worship.
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
Beware of speaking too much, for it increases mistakes and engenders boredom.
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
Life consists of two days, one for you one against you. So when it's for you don't be proud or reckl...
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
The best deed of a great man is to forgive and forget.
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
Our followers are like bees which live among birds. None of the birds recognize the bees because of ...
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
A graceful refusal is better than a lengthy promise.
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
He who trusts the world, the world betrays him.
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
When the world pushes you to your knees, you're in the perfect position to pray
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
Patience ensures victory.
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S
You are master of what you say until you utter it, once you deliver it, you are its captive. Preserv...
HAZRAT ALI IBN ABU-TALIB A.S