Abnormal Quote by Sufyan al-Thawri
“None in this age will amass wealth except those having five traits ofcharacter. High hopes; abnormal greediness; excessive miserliness, lack of fearing Allaah; and forgetfulness of the coming world.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Kitab al-Akhlaq, 8th century
Wealth accumulation requires five traits: high aspirations, extreme greed, excessive stinginess, fearlessness of God, and neglect of the afterlife.
In simple terms: Wealth needs ambition, greed, stinginess, fear of God, and afterlife awareness.
Cultivate balanced values, not just material drive.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- religious practice
- social policy
- ethical education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you prioritize material gain over spiritual health?
- How can balance be achieved?
Neglecting spiritual dimensions can lead to moral corruption.