This is the foundation of the philosophy of Futuwwah. Futuwwah is a state of mind. It means placing other people above oneself. It is being generous and altruistic. It is self-denial, immunity to disappointment, indulgence toward other people's short-comings. It is a fearless struggle against tyranny, and above all, it is love. Love is the essence of Futuwwah; love of God, love of His creation, love of Love. (p. 13)

The best behavior is to see a gift of Allah in everything you receive. (p. 102)

Leave things in the hands of God.

You are the cloud that veils your own sun. Know the essential reality of your being. (Kitab al-isra/The Book of Nocturnal Voyage, p. 4.)

Receive the one who comes and do not run after the one who turns his back on you. (p. 60)

When you speak, take care to speak only from your own experience and your own state. You should not talk about things you have not lived. (p. 56)

Whether a friend is with you or away from you, continue loving him. 'Umar ibn Ahmad recites a poem of Yazid al-Muhallabi:If you part from us, may God lead Youto beautiful places.When you come to us, you are always welcome.When you go, do not fear that we will ever forget you.When you come, do not feel that we will ever haveenough of you.(p. 95)