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“The heart becomes sick, as the body becomes sick, and its remedy is al-Tawbah (repentance) and protection [from transgression]. It becomes rusty as a mirror becomes rusty, and its clarity is obtained by remembrance. It becomes naked as the body becomes naked, and its beautification is al-Taqwa. It…” quote by Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya
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“The heart becomes sick, as the body becomes sick, and its remedy is al-Tawbah (repentance) and protection [from transgression]. It becomes rusty as a mirror becomes rusty, and its clarity is obtained by remembrance. It becomes naked as the body becomes naked, and its beautification is al-Taqwa. It becomes hungry and thirsty as the body becomes hungry, and its food and drink are knowledge, love, dependence, repentance and servitude.”

Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya

About This Quote

Spiritual health mirrors physical health; repentance, remembrance, piety, and divine knowledge restore the soul's clarity and fulfillment.

In simple terms: Soul needs repentance, remembrance, piety, knowledge.

Key Takeaway

Spiritual ailments are cured by inner practices.

Themes

spiritual health repentance remembrance piety knowledge dependence

Mood

reflective hopeful reverent

Type

didactic spiritual metaphorical

When to use this quote

  • seeking forgiveness
  • daily dhikr
  • studying sacred texts
  • practicing humility
  • cultivating love for the Divine

Key Concepts

inner renewal moral discipline self‑knowledge

Practical Applications

  • personal transformation
  • community moral guidance

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does neglecting inner virtues affect daily life?
  • What practices can you adopt to keep your heart 'clear'?
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