Make no choice upon your own authority in anything, and…
““Make no choice upon your own authority in anything, and choose not to choose. Flee from that choice, from your flight, and from everything to Allah." Imam Shadhili””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
One should avoid making choices based on personal authority; instead, reject all choices and seek divine guidance.
In simple terms: Avoid personal authority; seek Allah’s guidance.
Key Takeaway
Surrender personal will to divine will.
Themes
Spirituality
Free will
Divine guidance
Mood
contemplative
spiritual
Type
religious
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal practice
- spiritual growth
- religious study
Key Concepts
Sufi philosophy
Detachment
Submission
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal choice with faith?
A Different Perspective
Rejecting choices may be impractical.