Hasan al-Basri quotes
Hasan al-Basri was a renowned Muslim theologian, ascetic, and scholar from Basra, deeply influential in early Islamic history. His teachings shaped Islamic spirituality and the development of Sufism. He is remembered for his wisdom, piety, and commitment to social justice. Here are 4 of his quotes:
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