Al-Ghazali

Theologian-Philosopher Persian 1058 – 1111

Reconciled Islamic theology with Greek philosophy through mysticism.

392 quotes

"The heart seeks what the eye cannot see."
Faith
"Patience is not the inability to act, but wise timing."
Patience
"He who desires nothing is the richest of men."
Happiness
"Knowledge is power, but wisdom is its proper use."
Wisdom
"A man of true faith fears God, not man."
Courage
"The family is the foundation of society."
Family
"Seek knowledge from the cradle to the grave."
Education
"The greatest pleasure is in serving others."
Kindness
"Truth needs no ornament; falsehood hides behind decoration."
Truth
"The heart of the believer is the throne of God."
Faith
"Imagination is the beginning of creation."
Imagination
"To master oneself is to master the world."
Strength
"Hope is the companion of the faithful."
Hope
"He who listens learns; he who speaks thinks he knows."
Wisdom
"The seeds of greatness are sown in small deeds."
Perseverance
"A man without principles is like a ship without a rudder."
Philosophy
"The best charity is given in secret."
Kindness
"Life is what you make of it through your choices and actions."
Life
"The pursuit of perfection is noble, but acceptance of self is wise."
Wisdom
"Laughter is the medicine of the soul."
Humor
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step of faith."
Hope
"To love God is to love His creation."
Faith
"A good death is the greatest blessing after a good life."
Death
"The strength of a chain is its weakest link; strengthen yourself in all areas."
Strength
"Wisdom whispers; foolishness shouts."
Wisdom
"The heart knows what the mind cannot understand."
Philosophy
"To give is better than to receive."
"The greatest leader is the greatest servant."
Leadership
"Peace is not the absence of conflict, but the presence of justice."
Peace
"Dreams are the whispers of the soul."
Dreams