The lion who breaks the enemy's ranks is a minor hero compared to the lion who overcomes himself.

I am smiling at myself today There's no wish left in this heart Or perhaps there is no heart left Free from all desire I sit quietly like Earth My silent cry echoes like thunder Throughout the universe I am not worried about it I know it will be heard by no one Except me.

All is known in the sacredness of silence.

The garden of the world has no limits except in your mind. Its presence is more beautiful than the stars with more clarity than the polished mirror of your heart.

The satiated person and the hungry one do not see the same thing when they look upon a loaf of bread.

My friend, the sufi is the friend of the present moment. To say tomorrow is not our way.

When the world pushes you to your knees, you're in the perfect position to pray.