“ Do not dwell upon whether you will put yourself into the hands of a teacher. You are always in his hands. Idries Shah
“ If you forsake a path, it is because you were hoping for conviction from it. You seek conviction, not self-knowledge. Idries Shah
“ When you feel least interested in following the Way which you have entered, this may be the time when it is most appropriate for you. Idries Shah
“ You may have forgotten the Way: But those who came beforeDid not forget you.Saying of Master Bahaudin Naqshband of Bokhara Idries Shah
“ You will always have doubts, but only discover them at a useful time for your weakness to point them out. Idries Shah
“ Never follow any impulse to teach, however strong it might be. The command to teach is not felt as an impulsion. Idries Shah
