A man asked Muhammad what was the mark whereby he might know the reality of his faith. Muhammad said, 'If thou derive pleasure from the good which thou hast performed and thou be grieved for the evil which thou hast committed, thou art a true believer.' The man said. 'In what doth a fault really consist' Muhammad said, 'when action pricketh thy conscience, forsake it.'

The greatest of wealth is the richness of the soul.

Patience is the key to well-being.

Who is the most favored of God? He from whom the greatest good comes to His creatures.

The worst of guardians is a cruel ruler. Beware of becoming one of them.

Do not think little of any good deed, even if it is just greeting your brother with a smile.

Love for one's country is part of faith.