inayat khan

“The need of the world today is not learning, but how to become considerate towards one another. To try and find out in what way happiness can be brought about, and in this way to realize that peace which is…

“Vairagi means a person who has become indifferent; and yet indifference is not the word for it. It describes a person who has lost the value in his eyes of all that attracts the human being. It is no more…

“Every soul radiates an influence which charges the atmosphere all around. The more powerful the influence the wider it spreads, forcing its way even through walls. There is no barrier of water or space which can keep that influence from…

“The more sincerity is developed, the greater share of truth you will have. And however much sincerity a person may have, there is always a gap to fill, for we live in the midst of falsehood, and we are always…

“Peace is perfected activity; that is perfect which is complete in all its aspects, balanced in each direction and under complete control of the will.” ~ Hazrat Inayat Khan

“If people but knew their own religion, how tolerant they would become, and how free from any grudge against the religion of others.” ~ Hazrat Inayat Khan

“The souls of all are from one and the same source, but a soul which is unveiled shines out. Love and light come continually from such souls. We need no proof of it, for it is living, all else is…

“Very often in everyday life one sees that by losing one’s temper with someone who has already lost his, one does not gain anything but only sets out upon the path of stupidity. He who has enough self-control to stand…

“The words that enlighten the soul are more precious than jewels.” ~ Hazrat Inayat Khan