"O my Lord, if I worship You from fear of Hell, burn me in Hell. If I worship You from hope of Paradise, bar me from its gates. But if I worship You for Yourself alone, grant me then the beauty of Your Face."
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About Rabia al-Basri
Rabia al-Basri was a renowned Persian Sufi mystic and poet from the 8th century. She is considered one of the most important figures in the early history of Sufism, known for her devotion to God and teachings on divine love. Despite facing challenges and hardships in her early life as a slave, Rabia rose to prominence through her profound spiritual insights and poetry celebrating the unity of the soul with the Divine.
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