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Hide the good you do, and make known the good done to you.

“Hide the good you do, and make known the good done to you.” quote by Ali ibn Abi Talib
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“Hide the good you do, and make known the good done to you.”

Ali ibn Abi Talib

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Encourages humility by promoting others' deeds and acknowledging kindness received

In simple terms: Share others' good and recognize kindness given to you

Key Takeaway

Practice humility and gratitude

Themes

humility gratitude recognition

Mood

reflective respectful

Type

moral inspirational

When to use this quote

  • community building
  • leadership
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

Islamic ethics social reciprocity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance humility with self‑promotion?
  • What impact does acknowledging others have on community?
A Different Perspective

May be seen as self‑deprecation if overused

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