Body Quote by Ibn Al Qayyim
“The heart can also be naked like the body and can lose its dress and decoration, which is piety, and it can feel hunger and thirst like the body does, and its nourishment is knowledge, love, trust, and offering service to Allah.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Zad al-Ma'ad by Ibn Al Qayyim, 13th century
The soul, like the body, can be stripped of pretensions and must be sustained by knowledge, love, trust, and service to Allah.
In simple terms: Spiritual nourishment comes from love, trust, and service.
Key Takeaway
Seek knowledge and serve others.
Themes
spirituality
humility
piety
Mood
reflective
devotional
Type
didactic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- community service
- religious study
Key Concepts
Islamic theology
self‑purification
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance worldly duties with spiritual nourishment?
- What service can you offer today?
A Different Perspective
Neglecting material needs can weaken spiritual practice.
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