A moment of patience in a moment of anger prevents a thousand moments of regret.
Ali Ibn Abi TalibRead
Fear the sins that you commit in secret, because the Witness of those sins is the Judge Himself!
Interpretation
What this quote means
One should be conscious of their secret wrongdoings, as they are ultimately accountable to a higher authority.
This quote emphasizes the importance of integrity and moral awareness, suggesting that the actions one takes in private are not truly hidden from judgment. The 'Witness' signifies that even when no one else sees our actions, there is a divine presence holding us accountable, which should instill a sense of responsibility and caution in our actions.
Themes
SinIntegrityAccountabilityJudgmentMorality
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about personal ethics and moral accountability.
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