Brother Quote by Imam Ali bin abi Taleb
““And be aware that people fall under one of two categories: they are either your brother and sister in faith, or they are your counterpart in humanity.””
About This Quote
Source Saying: Nahj al‑Balaghah, 7th century
Human beings fall into two groups: fellow believers or fellow humans, urging inclusive compassion.
In simple terms: People are either co‑believers or fellow humans.
Treat everyone with respect regardless of faith.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- interfaith dialogue
- community building
- social work
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we bridge gaps between these groups?
- What actions show universal brotherhood?
Rigid categorization can create division.