"No one can become a true and accomplished Sufi without first gaining mastery of the Shariah sciences; indeed venturing on the Sufi path without Shariah knowledge involves many pitfalls."

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“There is no honor in doing things and performng rites and ceremonies Which are not permitted by the Shariah.”

“Being a Dervish is a state of mind, and does not necessarily depend on the type of dress that one wears. Dawood, Sulaiman and Yusuf were kings and apostles of God at the same time, while many eminent Sufis are known to have dressed richly and lived comfortably. Ideally, of course, it is preferable to follow the example of the Holy Prophet who prided in simplicity and frugality.”

“The love of Allah and His Prophet is infinitely superior to the love of mortal human beings and of other worldly things.”

“Every breath of life is a priceless treasure; it should be devoted to the rememberance of the Lord.”

“A Dervish is one who opposes whatever his baser self impels him to do.”

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