Asks Quote by Bayard Taylor
“The Prophet's words were true; The mouth of Ali is the golden door Of Wisdom." When his friends to Ali bore These words, he smiled and said: "And should they ask The same until my dying day, the task Were easy; for the stream from Wisdom's well, Which God supplies, is inexhaustible.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Prophet’s Words” by Bayard Taylor, 1865
The poet praises Ali’s speech as a gateway to wisdom, claiming divine wisdom is endless and easily accessed.
In simple terms: Ali’s words open endless divine wisdom.
Key Takeaway
Seek guidance from wise teachings.
Themes
wisdom
spirituality
divine
faith
knowledge
guidance
Mood
reverent
inspired
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- religious study
- personal reflection
- teaching
- meditation
Key Concepts
infinite
access
divine source
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern true wisdom?
- What role does faith play in learning?
A Different Perspective
Divine wisdom may be limited by human interpretation.
