Hamza Yusuf Be Like the Sword of Time
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Aug 16, 2024 Explore the profound value of time and health in the journey of self-improvement and spiritual growth. Dive into the importance of cherishing relationships, especially with aging parents, and reflect on life's fleeting nature. Discover the dedication of historical scholars and the critical need for prioritizing knowledge over distractions. The urgency of effective time management emerges as a catalyst for serious pursuits, reminding us to wield time wisely, like a sword, to avoid the pitfalls of negligence and triviality.
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Five Before Five
- Seize five things before five: your life before death, health before sickness, leisure before preoccupation, youth before old age, and independence before need.
- Hamza Yusuf emphasizes the importance of prioritizing these aspects to live a fulfilling life.
The Crown of Health
- Health is a crown only the sick can see, highlighting its often-overlooked value.
- Forgetting God leads to forgetting oneself, manifesting as dementia, both physical and spiritual.
Desert Reality
- In Mauritania's desert, there's no 911; sickness can quickly turn fatal.
- Hamza Yusuf recounts his teacher's observation about the harsh realities of the desert.