Al-Ghazali Quotes on Virtue
Abu Hamid al-Ghazali was an 11th and early 12th-century Persian Sunni Muslim theologian, jurist, philosopher, and Sufi mystic, regarded as one of the most influential thinkers in the history of Islam. This page collects quotes attributed to Al-Ghazali on the topic of virtue, drawn from across the philosopher's works.
Quotes
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Attributed to Al-Ghazali:
“Knowledge without action is wastefulness, and action without knowledge is foolishness.”
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Attributed to Al-Ghazali:
“Loneliness is far better than bad company.”
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Attributed to Al-Ghazali:
“Beware: do not lose your heart over money or position, for both shall pass away.”
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Attributed to Al-Ghazali:
“Treat the people in such a way that if you die they should weep over you, and if you are alive they should crave for your company.”