He who sleeps without offering the night prayer, may he never enjoy a sound sleep.
UmarRead
Preserve the sayings of those people who are indifferent to the world. They say only that what Allah wishes them to say.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Indifferent people often speak the truth as intended by a higher power.
This quote suggests that those who are detached from worldly concerns often express words that are true and aligned with a divine will. It highlights the notion that genuine wisdom and insight come from those who do not seek worldly approval or gain, allowing their words to be authentic reflections of deeper truths.
Themes
WisdomTruthSilenceDetachmentDivine
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be shared during a discussion on wisdom in a philosophy class.
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