A man's behavior is the index of the man, and his discourse is the index of his understanding.
Ali ibn Abi TalibThy lot or portion of life is seeking after thee; therefore be at rest from seeking after it.
Ali ibn Abi TalibAlways consider your intellect to be lacking; otherwise too much faith in it surely leads to error.
Ali ibn Abi TalibO World, try to deceive someone else. Are you trying to tempt me or attract me? No way! I divorce you irrevocably. Your time is short and you are insignificant. Alas! The provision is little, the journey is long and the way is lonely.
Ali ibn Abi Talib