Most of the wailings of the awliya [pious believers] is caused by the pain of separation and detachment from the Beloved and His Generosity. - Ruhollah Khomeini

You young people yourselves are capable of performing anything. Our inventors can invent in a high level, Our innovators can innovate in a high level, only if they keep self confidence and believe that we can.

The essence of praise accrues to none but God; your praise of a rose or an apple is [in essence] praise of God.

To look upon the face and hair of a girl who has not reached puberty, if it is done without intention of enjoyment thereof, and if one is not afraid of succumbing to temptation, may be tolerated. It is however recommended that one not look upon her belly or thighs, which must remain covered.