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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

  • Attributed to Al-Ghazali:

    “Knowledge without action is wastefulness, and action without knowledge is foolishness.”

  • Attributed to Al-Ghazali:

    “Loneliness is far better than bad company.”

  • Attributed to Al-Ghazali:

    “Beware: do not lose your heart over money or position, for both shall pass away.”

  • 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.”