Abu Bakr

“In the matter of justice, all should be equal in your eyes.”

“Solitude is better than the society of evil persons.”

“Our abode in this world is transitory, our life therein is but a loan, our breaths are numbered and our indolence is manifest.”

“Jihad is obligatory for the Muslims.”

“When knowledge is limited - it leads to folly... When knowledge exceeds a certain limit, it leads to exploitation.”

“I have been given the authority over you, and I am not the best of you. If I do well, help me; and if I do wrong, set me right. Sincere regard for truth.”

“God helps those who fear Him.”

“If you want to control other people, first control yourself.”

“You should not quarrel with your neighbour, for he will remain where he is, but your high handedness will become the talk of the people.”

“Be good to others, that will protect you against evil.”

“Intentions count in your actions.”

“He who fears to weep, should learn to be kind to those who weep.”

“To fight against the infidels is Jihad; but to fight against your evil self is greater Jihad.”

“God blesses him who helps his brother.”

“Knowledge is the life of the mind.”

“Piety is the most solid goodness, and the vilest of what is evil is vice.”

“Use the same measure for selling that you use for purchasing.”

“There is greatness in the fear of God, contentment in faith of God, and honour in humility.”

“He who prays five times a day is in the protection of God, and he who is protected by God cannot be harmed by anyone.”

“When you seek advice, do not withhold any facts from the person whose advice you seek.”