In our often chaotic lives, a few comforting words can make a big difference. For many, the profound wisdom found in Islamic quotes offers that solace. These timeless sayings, rooted in faith and tradition, can touch hearts and inspire minds.
Whether you seek peace, guidance, or a reminder of the beauty of life, these quotes have something for you. Let’s explore some of the best Islamic quotes that resonate deeply and offer wisdom for every day.
Quotes from the Quran
“Indeed, with hardship comes ease.” — Quran 94:6
“And whoever puts their trust in Allah, then He will suffice him.” — Quran 65:3
“The life of this world is only the enjoyment of deception.” — Quran 3:185
“Verily, with every difficulty, there is relief.” — Quran 94:5
“O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” — Quran 2:153
“And He found you lost and guided [you].” — Quran 93:7
“Say, ‘The truth is from your Lord’: Let him who will, believe, and let him who will, reject (it).” — Quran 18:29
“He created man from a clot.” — Quran 96:2
“And whoever fears Allah – He will make for him a way out and provide for him from where he does not expect.” — Quran 65:2-3
“Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.” — Quran 2:286
“My mercy encompasses all things.” — Quran 7:156
“So remember Me; I will remember you.” — Quran 2:152
“And We have certainly made the Quran easy for remembrance, so is there any who will remember?” — Quran 54:17
“And do not walk upon the earth exultantly. Indeed, you will never tear the earth apart, and you will never reach the mountains in height.” — Quran 17:37
“And speak to people good words.” — Quran 2:83
“Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who are doers of good.” — Quran 16:128
“And He has made me blessed wherever I am.” — Quran 19:31
“Indeed, Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves.” — Quran 13:11
“And say: ‘My Lord, increase me in knowledge.'” — Quran 20:114
“Indeed, the righteous will be among gardens and rivers, in a seat of honor near a Sovereign, Perfect in Ability.” — Quran 54:54-55
“And whoever is patient and forgives – indeed, that is of the matters [requiring] determination.” — Quran 42:43
“Your ally is none but Allah and [therefore] His Messenger and those who have believed.” — Quran 5:55
“And We have certainly honored the children of Adam.” — Quran 17:70
“And Allah loves the doers of good.” — Quran 3:134
“And whoever relies upon Allah – then He is sufficient for him.” — Quran 65:3
“And take provision, but indeed, the best provision is fear of Allah.” — Quran 2:197
“And [mention] Job, when he called to his Lord, ‘Indeed, adversity has touched me, and you are the Most Merciful of the merciful.’” — Quran 21:83
“He who created death and life to test you [as to] which of you is best in deed.” — Quran 67:2
“Indeed, the patient will be given their reward without account.” — Quran 39:10
“Indeed, the male and female who do good works and have faith, they are friends and protectors of one another.” — Quran 9:71
“And your Lord is the Forgiving, Full of Mercy.” — Quran 18:58
“In the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.” — Quran 13:28
Prophet Muhammads Quotes
“The best among you are those who have the best manners and character.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“Seek knowledge from the cradle to the grave.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“Do not waste water, even if you perform your ablution on the banks of an abundantly-flowing river.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“Verily, with hardship comes ease.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The strong man is not the one who is strong in wrestling, but the one who controls himself in anger.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“A kind word is a form of charity.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“Richness does not lie in the abundance of worldly goods, but true richness is the richness of the soul.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“He who has in his heart the weight of a mustard seed of pride shall not enter Paradise.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“Make things easy for people and do not make them difficult. And give them glad tidings and do not make them run away.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The best jihad is speaking a word of truth to an unjust ruler.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“God does not look at your appearance or your possessions, but He looks at your heart and your deeds.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“He who does not show mercy to others will not be shown mercy.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The most perfect believer in faith is the one whose character is finest and who is kindest to his wife.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“He who does not thank people, does not thank God.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“When a thing disturbs the peace of your heart, give it up.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The best among you are those who are most beneficial to people.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“None of you truly believes until he loves for his brother what he loves for himself.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“A true Muslim is the one who does not harm others with his tongue or hands.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“Islam is based on good character and good conduct.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The world is a prison for the believer and a paradise for the unbeliever.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The cure for ignorance is to question.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The best of you are those who feed others and greet those whom they know and those whom they do not know.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“Indeed, God loves if any of you does a job, he should perfect it.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The believer is not a slanderer, nor does he curse others, and nor is he immoral or shameless.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“Beware of this world, for it is sweet and tempting.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The best charity is that given in Ramadan.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“Modesty brings nothing except good.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“One who does not show mercy will not be shown mercy.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The best of people is the one who humbles himself the more his rank increases.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“God is gentle and loves gentleness in all things.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The best of houses is the house where an orphan gets love and kindness.” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
“The upper hand is better than the lower hand (i.e., he who gives charity is better than him who takes it).” — Prophet Muhammad (pbuh)
Quotes on Faith
“Indeed, those who have believed and done righteous deeds – they will have the Gardens of Paradise as a lodging.” – Quran 18:107
“And whoever relies upon Allah – then He is sufficient for him.” – Quran 65:3
“Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear…” – Quran 2:286
“The best of people are those that bring the most benefit to the rest of mankind.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“When you have faith, you have hope, and when you have hope, you have everything.” – Anonymous
“A man’s true wealth is the good he does in this world.” – Abu Huraira
“For indeed, with hardship [will be] ease.” – Quran 94:6
“Do not lose hope, nor be sad. You will surely be victorious if you are true believers.” – Quran 3:139
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” – Martin Luther King Jr.
“The strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, while there is good in both.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Faith is the bird that feels the light when the dawn is still dark.” – Rabindranath Tagore
“Those who believe and do good deeds, for them are Gardens of Bliss.” – Quran 31:8
“Faith sees the invisible, believes the unbelievable, and receives the impossible.” – Corrie ten Boom
“Your task is to treat people in the best possible way and to put your trust in Allah regarding what is in their hearts.” – Umar ibn Al-Khattab (RA)
“Do not grieve; indeed, Allah is with us.” – Quran 9:40
“Faith and prayer are the vitamins of the soul; man cannot live in health without them.” – Mahalia Jackson
“Trust in Allah but tie your camel.” – Islamic Proverb
“Keep your faith in Allah and He will make your path easier.” – Anonymous
“Seek help through patience and prayer.” – Quran 2:153
“A true believer is one who is pleased when he does a good deed and is saddened when he does something wrong.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Faith is not the belief that God will do what you want. It is the belief that God will do what’s right.” – Max Lucado
“Act with faith, and rest assured that Allah will handle the rest.” – Anonymous
“To be kind is a form of worship.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Faith consists of both patience and gratitude.” – Imam Al Ghazali
“Allah will help those who help themselves.” – Quran 13:11
“Do good, and good will be done to you. Have faith, and let it guide your path.” – Anonymous
“Faith is the light that guides you through the darkest of times.” – Anonymous
“Let your faith be bigger than your fears.” – Anonymous
“And Allah is the best of planners.” – Quran 8:30
“Faith is like a Wi-Fi signal that reaches you in the darkest of times; you just need to connect.” – Anonymous
“Believe in Allah’s mercy even in times of trial.” – Anonymous
Quotes about Patience
“Patience is the companion of wisdom.” – St. Augustine
“Verily, with every difficulty, there is relief.” – Quran 94:6
“Patience is not the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting.” – Joyce Meyer
“Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” – Quran 2:153
“Patience is the key to paradise.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“How poor are they that have not patience! What wound did ever heal but by degrees?” – William Shakespeare
“Sabr (patience) is that the heart does not feel anger towards that which is destined and that the mouth does not complain.” – Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya
“To lose patience is to lose the battle.” – Mahatma Gandhi
“Patience is a bitter plant, but its fruit is sweet.” – Turkish Proverb
“The two most powerful warriors are patience and time.” – Leo Tolstoy
“For every minute you are angry you lose sixty seconds of happiness.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
“He who has no patience has nothing at all.” – Malayan Proverb
“Patience and prayer and complete trust in Allah will bring you peace.” – Original
“Tawakkul is having complete trust that Allah’s plans are better than our desires.” – Original
“Patience is the road to serenity and contentment.” – Original
“In the face of trials, patience is the best remedy.” – Original
“Patience softens the hands of time.” – Original
“Patience is where faith is tested and hearts find strength.” – Original
“Steadfastness is patience in action.” – Original
“With patience, even the smallest steps lead to great journeys.” – Original
“In the depths of patience lies the strength to endure.” – Original
“Patience is the silent prayer of the faithful.” – Original
“Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.” – Quran 2:286
“Patience is not just about waiting; it’s about how we behave while we’re waiting.” – Joyce Meyer
“Sabr is that the heart does not feel anger against that which is destined and that the mouth does not complain.” – Ibn Taymiyyah
“Have patience. All things are difficult before they become easy.” – Saadi
“Patience is the art of hoping.” – Luc de Clapiers
“Good things come to those who wait, but better things come to those who pray.” – Original
“Endurance is nobler than strength, and patience than beauty.” – John Ruskin
“Patience is the ornament of the brave.” – Original
“A moment of patience in a moment of anger prevents a thousand moments of regret.” – Ali Ibn Abi Talib
“The greatest prayer is patience.” – Buddha
Quotes on Kindness
“The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said, ‘Kindness is a mark of faith, and whoever is not kind has no faith.'” — Islamic Hadith
“A kind word is a form of charity.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Show forgiveness, speak for justice and avoid the ignorant.” — Quran 7:199
“The greatest of richness is the richness of the soul.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Allah will not be merciful to those who are not merciful to the people.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Do good as Allah has done good to you.” — Quran 28:77
“And spend in the way of Allah and do not throw yourselves with your own hands into destruction by refraining. And do good; indeed, Allah loves the doers of good.” — Quran 2:195
“The best of people are those that bring most benefit to the rest of mankind.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Peace begins with a smile.” — Mother Teresa
“Guard yourself from Hellfire even with half of a date in charity. If you cannot find it, then with a kind word.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Kindness is a language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see.” — Mark Twain
“Whoever does not show mercy will not be shown mercy.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” — Aesop
“You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson
“Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” — Philo of Alexandria
“Even a smile is charity.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“A good deed done to an animal is as meritorious as a good deed done to a human being, while an act of cruelty to an animal is as bad as an act of cruelty to a human being.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Kind words are the music of the world.” — F. W. Faber
“Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.” — Quran 2:286
“To every soul, Allah has apportioned kindness as a fundamental part of their makeup.” — Author’s Original
“The best among you are those who have the best manners and character.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love.” — Lao Tzu
“The reward of goodness is nothing but goodness.” — Quran 55:60
“He who has no kindness has no nobility.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.” — Howard Zinn
“And speak to people good words.” — Quran 2:83
“Carry out a random act of kindness, with no expectation of reward, safe in the knowledge that one day someone might do the same for you.” — Princess Diana
“Kindness is the essence of being human.” — Author’s Original
“A kind gesture can reach a wound that only compassion can heal.” — Steve Maraboli
“Give charity without delay, for it stands in the way of calamity.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“only kindness matters.” — Jewel, “Hands”
“Be merciful to others and you will receive mercy.” — Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
Inspirational Quotes
“The best of people are those that bring the most benefit to the rest of mankind.” – Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him)
“And whoever fears Allah – He will make for him a way out.” – Quran 65:2
“Do not become a cause of harm or injury to others.” – Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him)
“Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.” – Quran 2:286
“Indeed, prayer prohibits immorality and wrongdoing.” – Quran 29:45
“The strong man is not the good wrestler; the strong man is only the one who controls himself when he is angry.” – Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him)
“And He found you lost and guided [you].” – Quran 93:7
“Kindness is a mark of faith, and whoever is not kind has no faith.” – Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him)
“Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.” – Rumi
“The more knowledge you have, the greater will be your fear of Allah.” – Ibn al-Qayyim
“And seek help through patience and prayer, and indeed, it is difficult except for the humbly submissive [to Allah].” – Quran 2:45
“Indeed, with every hardship comes ease.” – Quran 94:6
“Sell your cleverness and buy bewilderment.” – Rumi
“Do good to people and you will be enslaved by their hearts.” – Ali Ibn Abi Talib
“So remember Me; I will remember you.” – Quran 2:152
“When you seek Allah’s love, there’s no need to look elsewhere.” – Unknown
“Be like a tree and let the dead leaves drop.” – Rumi
“Allah is with the patient.” – Quran 2:153
“To overcome evil with good is good, to resist evil by evil is evil.” – Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him)
“And never give up hope of Allah’s soothing mercy.” – Quran 12:87
“The believers are but brothers, so make settlement between your brothers. And fear Allah that you may receive mercy.” – Quran 49:10
“Your remedy is within you, but you do not sense it. Your sickness is from you, but you do not perceive it.” – Al-Shafi’i
“The heart that beats for Allah is always a stranger among the hearts that beat for the dunya (world).” – Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya
“He who has health has hope; and he who has hope, has everything.” – Arabian Proverb
“Let go of anything that brings you stress and sorrow.” – Unknown
“Worry about what lies ahead for you. If you take care of the present moment, Allah will take care of the next.” – Anonymous
“Be patient, for what was written for you was written by the greatest of writers.” – Unknown
“And He is with you wherever you are.” – Quran 57:4
“Trust Allah when things don’t work out the way you wanted. Allah has something better planned for you.” – Unknown
“Be in this world as if you were a stranger or a traveler along the path.” – Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him)
“Light upon light. Allah guides to His light whom He wills.” – Quran 24:35
“Islam does not dismiss desires. It disciplines them.” – Yasmin Mogahed
“Indeed, the soul becomes tranquil by remembering Allah.” – Quran 13:28
Wisdom in Quotes
“The best among you are those who have the best manners and character.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Knowledge enlivens the soul.” – Imam Ali (AS)
“Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who are doers of good.” – Quran 16:128
“Kindness is a mark of faith, and whoever is not kind has no faith.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“When you see a person who has been given more than you in money and beauty, look to those who have been given less.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“To overcome evil with good is good, to resist evil with evil is evil.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“The ink of the scholar is more sacred than the blood of the martyr.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“A kind word with forgiveness is better than charity followed by injury.” – Quran 2:263
“Do not waste water even if you perform your ablution on the banks of an abundantly-flowing river.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Whoever does not thank people has not thanked Allah.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Sabr (Patience) is the key to Jannah.” – Islamic Proverb
“Keep yourself far from envy; because it eats up and takes away good actions, like a fire eats up and burns wood.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Be like a flower that gives its fragrance even to the hand that crushes it.” – Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS)
“For indeed, with hardship [will be] ease.” – Quran 94:6
“A moment of patience in a moment of anger prevents a thousand moments of regret.” – Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS)
“The strong man is not the one who is strong in wrestling, but the one who controls himself in anger.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“This world is a prison for the believer and a paradise for the disbeliever.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Even the least among you can do the greatest good by simply practicing compassion.” – Aiman Farooq (Original Quote)
“If you are grateful, I will certainly give you more.” – Quran 14:7
“Do not grieve, Allah is with us.” – Quran 9:40
“The most complete gift of God is a life based on knowledge.” – Imam Ali (AS)
“He who has no one has Allah.” – Islamic Proverb
“O Allah, when I lose my hopes and plans, help me remember that your love is greater than my disappointments and your plans for my life are better than my dreams.” – Anonymous
“Show forgiveness, speak for justice and avoid the ignorant.” – Quran 7:199
“Do not let your difficulties fill you with anxiety; after all, it is only in the darkest nights that the stars shine more brightly.” – Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS)
“Your task is not to seek for love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.” – Rumi
“Remember your own faults when you want to mention of others.” – Imam Ali (AS)
“Be in this world as though you were a stranger or a traveler.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“And whoever places their trust in Allah, He is sufficient for them.” – Quran 65:3
“A true Muslim is the one who does not harm others with his tongue or hands.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Be patient over what befalls you.” – Quran 31:17
“When you see someone who has been given more than you in money and beauty, look to those who have been given less.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
Quotes about Love
“Love is not to be found in anyone else but Allah. If Allah is in your heart, you won’t need anyone else.” – Unknown
“The best of people are those who are most beneficial to people.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“My wealth is in my love for you, and my faith is in my belief in Allah.” – Original
“And of His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy.” – Quran 30:21
“When love is for the sake of Allah, it never dies.” – Unknown
“Do not lose hope, nor be sad. You will surely be victorious if you are true believers.” – Quran 3:139
“The greatest form of love is that which is for the sake of Allah.” – Original
“Be with someone who reminds you of Allah, not only by words but by actions.” – Unknown
“Kindness is a mark of faith, and whoever is not kind has no faith.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Love is a gift from Allah, and it is our duty to cherish it and keep it pure.” – Original
“He has made for you from your homes a place of rest and made for you from the hides of the animals tents.” – Quran 16:80
“The best among you are those who treat their wives in the best manner.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“To love someone for the sake of Allah is to wish for them what you wish for yourself.” – Original
“When the heart is pure, the love is true.” – Unknown
“Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day should speak good or remain silent.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who are doers of good.” – Quran 16:128
“True love is when you place Allah in the center of your relationship.” – Original
“Forgive others as you would like Allah to forgive you.” – Unknown
“Paradise lies at the feet of your mother.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Faith and love are intertwined, nurturing one strengthens the other.” – Original
“Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.” – Quran 2:286
“Good words are better than charity followed by injury.” – Quran 2:263
“Say what is true, although it may be bitter and displeasing to people.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Your potential to love is a reflection of your submission to Allah.” – Original
“A person’s true wealth is the good they do in the world.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Our Lord, grant us from among our wives and offspring comfort to our eyes and make us an example for the righteous.” – Quran 25:74
“The most beloved deed to Allah is the most regular and constant even if it were little.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“To love and to be loved is a great blessing from Allah.” – Original
“Allah is the protector of those who have faith. He leads them from the depths of darkness into light.” – Quran 2:257
“The believers are but brothers, so make settlement between your brothers.” – Quran 49:10
“A strong believer is better and more beloved to Allah than a weak believer.” – Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
“Love for the sake of Allah, and you will find true peace in your heart.” – Original
“Worship none but Allah; treat with kindness your parents and kindred.” – Quran 2:83
To Wrap Things Up
Reflecting on these Islamic quotes can provide wisdom and peace in our daily lives. Each quote carries a message of hope, faith, and love, reminding us of the core values that Islam teaches. These timeless words have the power to inspire and guide us through life’s challenges.
Whether you need a comforting thought or a motivating reminder, these quotes offer something for everyone. Feel free to return to this list whenever you need a bit of encouragement or a new perspective. Let the beauty and depth of these quotes enrich your heart and mind.
