243 Quotes by Idries Shah about Wisdom
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If you really want to learn, do not be surprised if someone tries to teach you. And do not lightly reject the method.
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The teacher works in accordance with the prospects of his students and the possibility of maintaining the community of Sufis.
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Man is the microcosm, creation the macrocosm — the unity. All comes from One.
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Recognizing a 'True Master' is possible only when the postulant, man or woman, is what we call 'sincere'.
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A man must be a Salomon before his magical ring will work. (Hafiz)
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A man must be a Solomon before his magical ring will work
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It is your duty to do your best. It is not, however, your birth-right to prevail.
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Q: How can I help myself?A: By remembering the proverb: ‘The Path is not to be found anywhere except in human service’, from Saadi.
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The worst of sages is a visitor of princes; the best of princes is a visitor of sages.
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