Discipline Quote by Idries Shah
““FIVE KINDS OF FOLLY The Sages have said that five things are signs of foolishness: First, seeking one’s own good while harming others; Second, looking for the yield of the last days without discipline and service; Third, loving women harshly and brashly; Fourth, seeking to learn the refinements of science in comfort and ease; Fifth, expecting friendship without oneself being reliable and trustworthy. (Anwar-i-Suhaili)””
About This Quote
Source Book: Anwar-i-Suhaili, author unknown
The quote lists five behaviors that reveal folly, emphasizing selfishness, lack of discipline, reckless love, complacent learning, and unreliability in friendships.
In simple terms: Five signs of foolishness involve selfish, undisciplined, reckless, lazy, and unreliable actions.
Key Takeaway
Avoid these five pitfalls to cultivate wisdom.
Themes
selfishness
discipline
love
learning
trustworthiness
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- academic pursuits
- career development
- community building
Key Concepts
ethical decay
personal responsibility
social harmony
Questions to Reflect On
- Which of these behaviors do you see most often in yourself?
- How can you foster reliability in friendships?
A Different Perspective
The list may oversimplify complex human motives and cultural differences.
