Wise Words of Counsel from Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA)

 

 

“Do not be deceived by a man's eloquence; rather whoever fulfils trusts and refrains from impugning people's honour is a real man.”

 

“We are a people whom Allah gave might and glory to through Islam, so we will never seek glory through anything else.”

 

“Hold yourselves accountable before you are held accountable.”

 

“Be dignified, honest and truthful.”

 

“Preserve the sayings of those people who are indifferent to the world. They say only that what Allah wishes them to say.”

 

“Sit with those who love Allah, for that enlightens the mind.”