Hasan al-Basri Quotes

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When a man sought knowledge, it would not be long before it could be seen in his humbleness, his sight, upon his tongue and his hands, in his prayer, in his speech and in his disinterest (zuhd) in worldly allurements. And a man would acquire a portion of knowledge and put it into practice, and it would be better for him than the world and all it contains – if he owned it he would give it in exchange for the hereafter.

Hasan al-Basri

The life of this world is made up of three days: yesterday has gone with all that was done; tomorrow, you may never reach; but today is for you so do what you should do today.

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I am astonished about those people who are ordered to prepare their provisions, then the start of the journey is announced, however they remain unmindful in their vain discussions and fruitless deeds.

Hasan al-Basri

Hasan al-Basri

Hasan al-Basri

Born: 642

Died: 728 (aged 86)

Bio: Al-Hasan ibn Abi-l-Hasan al-Basri <r;, also known as Hasan al-Basri, was a well-known Muslim preacher, theologian, and scholar of Islam who was born in 642 from Persian parents.

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