Hazrat Fudail ibn ‘Iyad رحمه الله said: “You ask Him for Paradise, yet you do what He dislikes. I have never seen anyone who has less consideration for their own self than you.”
(Source: Bustaanul Aarifeen)
Imam Yahya ibn Sharaf An Nawawi رحمه الله
Sayyiduna ‘Abdullah ibn ‘Abbas (Radiyallahu’anhu) reports that Rasulullah (sallallahu alayhi wasallam) said, “Blessing (barakah) is with your elders/ seniors.” Explanation: Elders refers to those who are experienced and punctual on good actions. Remain in their company so that you can follow their advices and attain guidance through emulating their ways. (Faydul Qadir, Hadith :3205)
