Amount Quote by Muhammad al-Baqir
“Never does any pride enter the heart of a man except that his intelligence decreases by the same amount.”
About This Quote
Source Hadith: Collection of Wisdom, 8th century
Pride reduces intellect; humility preserves wisdom.
In simple terms: Pride shrinks intelligence; humility keeps it.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility to stay wise.
Themes
humility
pride
intellect
wisdom
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- leadership
- education
- personal development
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
ethics
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pride affect your decisions?
- What practices foster humility?
A Different Perspective
Pride can motivate positive action.
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