Books Quote by Idries Shah
““The would-be students wish to transcend books. But, ask yourselves: if someone says that books do not contain wisdom, and yet he writes books; books do not contain Sufism, and yet he continues to publish books on Sufism, what is really happening? It really is your duty, and not mine, to ask and to find the answer to that question, if you are interested enough.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Sufism of Idries Shah, 1973
He challenges readers to explore books for wisdom, even when authors claim otherwise, urging personal inquiry.
In simple terms: Seek wisdom in books despite author claims.
Key Takeaway
Investigate and form your own conclusions.
Themes
wisdom
inquiry
spirituality
Mood
thoughtful
curious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- religious study
- personal growth
- academic research
Key Concepts
Sufism
critical reading
self‑directed learning
Questions to Reflect On
- What does wisdom mean to you?
- How do you discern true insight?
A Different Perspective
Authors may have biases that affect content.
