One who rushes madly after inordinate desire runs the risk of encountering destruction and death.

For those who refused to side with any party, Imam Ali or his enemies, Imam Ali said: They have forsaken religion and are of no use to infidelity also.

Overlook and forgive the weaknesses of the generous people because if they fall down, God will help them.

There is a tradition of the Holy Prophet, 'With the help of hair-dye turn old age into youth so that you do not resemble the Jews.' When Imam Ali was asked to …