- The initial stage of Zuhd (abstinence/renouncing the world) is to repose trust in Allah Ta’ala جل جلاله. Its middle stage is Sabr, and its final stage is Ikhlaas.
- Everything has an adornment. The adornment of ibaadah is Khawf (fear for Allah Ta‘ala جل جلاله). The sign of Khawf is the absence of hope (i.e. having hope on anyone or for anything of this world).
- If you desire to be the friend of Allah Ta’ala جل جلاله, then be pleased with His every decree. If you desire to be recognised in the heavens, then be truthful and honour your promises.
(SOURCE: THE SAADIQEEN)