Thinkers of the Medieval Period
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
570 – 632
Religionquotes
There is a reward for kindness to every living animal or human.
Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (A.S.)
601 – 661
Religionquotes
Ali ibn Abi Talib was the fourth Rashidun caliph who ruled from 656 CE until his assassination in 661, as well as the first Shia Imam. He was the cousin and son-in-law of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. Born to Abu Talib ibn Abd al-Muttalib and Fatima bint Asad, Ali was raised in the household of his cousin Muhammad and was among the first to accept his teachings.
When someone is sure of the returns, then he shows generosity.
Hazrat Abu Bakr (R.A.)
573 – 634
Religionquotes
Abd Allah ibn Abi Quhafa, better known by his kunya Abu Bakr, was a senior companion, the closest friend, and father-in-law of Muhammad, the Islamic prophet. He served as the first caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, ruling from 632 until his death in 634. Abu Bakr was granted the honorific title al-Ṣiddīq by Muhammad, a designation that continues to be used by Sunni Muslims to this day.
Hazrat Uthman (R.A.)
577 – 656
Religionquotes
Uthman ibn Affan was the third caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate, ruling from 644 until his assassination in 656. Uthman, a second cousin, son-in-law, and senior companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad, played a major role in early Islamic history. During his reign as caliph, he was known for ordering the official compilation of the standardized version of the Quran, known as the Uthmanic codex, which is still used today.
Hazrat Fatimah (A.S.)
605 – 632
Religionquotes
Fasting for the maintainance and firmness of your sincerity.
Lao Tzu
604 – present
Philosophyquotes
Lao Tzu is the semi-legendary ancient Chinese philosopher traditionally credited with authoring the Tao Te Ching and founding philosophical Taoism; historical details about his life and dates are uncertain.
A good traveler has no fixed plans and is not intent on arriving.
Vyasa
500 – present
Philosophyquotes
Vyasa is a rishi (sage) with a prominent role in most Hindu traditions. He is also known as Veda Vyasa or Krishna Dvaipayana. Traditionally regarded as the author of the epic Mahābhārata, Vyasa also plays a prominent role as a character. He is also regarded by the Hindu traditions to be the compiler of the mantras of the Vedas into four texts, as well as the author of the eighteen Purāṇas and the Brahma Sutras.
Hazrat Aisha (R.A.)
613 – 678
Religionquotes
Hazrat Aisha bint Abi Bakr (R.A.) was the daughter of Abu Bakr and one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). Renowned as a teacher and transmitter of hadith, she was an influential figure in the early Muslim community.
People are paying no attention to the best act of worship: Humility.
Words from October 15
"There is a reward for kindness to every living animal or human."
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
570
"Be my witness, O God, that I conveyed your message to your people."
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ
570
"When someone is sure of the returns, then he shows generosity."
Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (A.S.)
601
"Anything which can be counted is finite and will come to an end."
Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (A.S.)
601
"Fasting for the maintainance and firmness of your sincerity."
Hazrat Fatimah (A.S.)
605
"Allah set Hajj for the consolidation and reinforcement of the religion."
Hazrat Fatimah (A.S.)
605