Avicenna

Philosopher-Physician Persian 980 – 1037

Integrated Aristotelian philosophy with Islamic theology.

416 quotes

"Imagination is more important than knowledge."
Imagination
"The greatest discovery is learning to love yourself."
Love
"Work ennobles the soul."
Work
"The mind creates what the heart desires."
Creativity
"A wise man should speak only when necessary, and listen always."
Wisdom
"Dreams are the pathways to the subconscious mind."
Dreams
"Leadership is the art of inspiring others to achieve greatness."
Leadership
"The human soul seeks eternity."
Faith
"Art is the expression of the soul."
Art
"Hope is the light that guides us through darkness."
Hope
"Justice is the foundation of all virtue."
Justice
"The body is the temple of the soul."
Health
"True strength lies in gentleness."
Strength
"Change is the only constant in the universe."
Change
"A moment of patience can prevent a thousand mistakes."
Patience
"The universe is governed by laws of reason."
Science
"Kindness is the highest form of intelligence."
Kindness
"The philosopher seeks truth above all things."
Philosophy
"Inspiration strikes when the mind is open."
Inspiration
"Love is the bridge between two souls."
Love
"Success comes to those who persevere."
Perseverance
"The pursuit of perfection is the pursuit of truth."
Truth
"Solitude is the cradle of genius."
Solitude
"Nature teaches us the ways of existence."
Nature
"The mind must be free to think, or it ceases to be a mind."
Freedom
"Adventure is the exploration of the unknown."
Adventure
"History repeats itself to those who do not learn from it."
History
"Motivation comes from within the soul."
Motivation
"A healthy body houses a healthy mind."
Health
"The greatest enemies are those within ourselves."
Courage