Al Hikam of Ibn Ata ‘Illah: Part 2

(Continued from Part 1) You have not abandoned ignorance at all If you want something to take place in any moment Other than what Allah has manifested in it. You put off action until you have nothing else to do? That comes from foolishness of the lower self. Don’t ask Him to remove you from…

Al Hikam of Ibn Ata ‘Illah: Part 1

A feeling of discouragement when you slip up, is a sure sign that you put your faith in deeds. Your desire to withdraw from everything when Allah has involved you in the world of means is a hidden appetite. Your desire for involvement with the world of means when Allah has withdrawn you from it…