Wisdom Quote by Imam Ali ibn Abu Talib — Inspiring Words on Life, Love & Wisdom

“The fundamental challenge of ancient man was to be wise. The fundamental challenge of medieval man was to be holy. The fundamental challenge of modern man was to be effective. The fundamental challenge of contemporary man is not to be ridiculous.”

“Be like the ocean, stay deep, not everyone deserves to see what’s beneath your surface.”

“I know and share the many sorrows a human being can experience, but I do not cling to them; they pass through me, like life itself, as a broad eternal stream...and life continues...”

“When we venture in that unfamiliar sea, we trust blindly in those who guide us, believing that they know more than we do.”

“The actions aligned with the insight of interbeing reinforce the notion that we are all connected. They integrate, not separate. They are for all of humanity, not just my country. They encourage the emergence of wisdom in all of us, and they are not just for humanity but for all living beings.”

“Just as your car runs more smoothly and requires less energy to go faster and”