حکمت‌هاSayings

Adopting a good character is the best [means of following the] religion.

Good character is the best companion and self-conceit is a hidden ailment.

Good character is from the best allotment and the most virtuous of qualities.

Good character is one of the two bounties [of Allah].

Good character is proof of an honourable ancestry.

Good character increases sustenance and makes companions feel at ease.

Good character is the cornerstone of all virtuous acts.

Good character brings about adoration and strengthens love.

The best character is the one that is furthest from obstinacy.

The best of qualities is the most agreeable of them.

The best of attributes is kindness.

The best of all qualities is truthfulness in speech and noble actions.

The foundation of belief is [adopting a] good character and adorning oneself with the truth.

I had, in the past, a brother-in-faith and his view of the world as something insignificant made him great in my eyes. He was above being controlled by the needs of his appetency and thus he never craved for what he could not get nor would he ask for more of what he got. He was silent most of the time but when he spoke, he silenced the other speakers and quenched the thirst [for answers] of questioners. He was [apparently] weak and feeble but at the time of battle he was like the lion of the forest or the serpent of the valley. He would not put forth an argument unless it was decisive. He would not accuse anyone in an excusable matter until he had heard his excuse. He would not mention any suffering except after recovering from it. He would do as he says and not say that which he does not do [himself]. Even when (or if) he could be exceeded in speaking, he could not be excelled in silence. He was more eager to listen than he was to speak. When two things came before him, he would see which of the two was closer to vain desire and would oppose it. You should [all] adopt these qualities, thus acquire them and compete with each other in them. And if you cannot acquire them, you should know that acquiring a little is better than giving up plenty.

Nothing gets constricted with good character.

One whose character is noble, his sustenance is increased.

One whose qualities are good, his companionship is pleasant.

One whose character is good, his ways become easy.

One whose character is good, more people adore him and feel at ease with him.

Allah, the Glorified, does not give a servant anything from the good of this world or the Hereafter but because of his good character and his good intention.