The beginning of knowledge is the intention, then listening, then understanding, then action, then preservation, and then spreading it.
Abdullah ibn MubarakI spent thirty years learning manners, and I spent twenty years learning knowledge.
Abdullah ibn MubarakO man! Prepare yourself for the Hereafter, obey Allah to the extent of your need for Him and anger Him to the extent of your patience in Hell.
Abdullah ibn MubarakHow often it is that a small action becomes great by its intention. And how often it is that a great action becomes small by its intention.
Abdullah ibn Mubarak