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About Ali Shariati

Ali Shariati was a 20th-century Iranian sociologist and philosopher. Ali Shariati Mazinani was an Iranian revolutionary and sociologist who specialised in the sociology of religion. He is regarded as one of the most influential Iranian intellectuals of the 20th century. Read more on Wikipedia →

Themes

  • Death — Contemplations on mortality, loss, and the legacy we leave
  • God — Spiritual reflections on the divine, faith, and creation
  • Hope — Words of encouragement about optimism and brighter futures
  • Humor — Witty observations and humorous takes on everyday life
  • Inspirational — Uplifting words to motivate and inspire positive action
  • Life — Reflections on the meaning, challenges, and beauty of life
  • Love — Quotes exploring romantic love, compassion, and human connection
  • Philosophy — Deep thoughts on existence, knowledge, and the nature of reality
  • Politics — Governance, civic duty, and the structures of power
  • Success — Insights on achievement, ambition, and reaching your goals
  • Truth — Meditations on honesty, authenticity, and the search for truth

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“My father chose my name , and my last name was chosen by my ancestors . Thats enough, I myself choose my way”
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“Hey, I am thinking of it myself, in this part of world (East), we all do endeavors in praying and are sweating (white liquid) and this is our situation, frustrated , but on the other part of world ...”
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“The more man realises his humanity, the lonelier he feels.”
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“In comparison with capitalism, which reconstituted man as an economic animal; in comparison with Marxism, which found man an object made up of organized matter; in comparison with catholicism, whic...”
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“My father chose my name , and my last name was chosen by my ancestors . That’s enough, I myself choose my way”
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“I like Dancing of Indian girls more than my parents’ prayers . Because they dance with love and passion . But my parents just say their prayers because they got used to it .”
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