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The Collected Poems of S. Weir Mitchell

This book brings together a selection of poems written by S. Weir Mitchell, showcasing his literary contributions and poetic style. more

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Silas Weir Mitchell
Silas Weir Mitchell

Silas Weir Mitchell was a prominent American physician and writer, known for his contributions to the field of neurology. He made pioneering work in the treatment of chronic pain and neurological disorders, and was also celebrated for his interests in literature and the arts. more

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“O you who sold yourself for the sake of something that will cause you suffering and pain, and which will also lose its beauty, you sold the most precious item for the cheapest price, as if you neither knew the value of the goods nor the meanness of the prize. Wait until you come on the Day of Mutual Loss and Gain and you will discover the injustice of this contract.”

“There are five dark matters and five lamps. Love of this world is darkness, and the fear of Allaah is its lamp. Sin is darkness, and its lamp is repentance. The grave is darkness, and its lamp is 'none has the right to be worshipped but Allaah, and Muhammad is the messenger of Allaah.' The hereafter is darkness, and its lamp is the good deed. The Siraat is darkness, and its lamp is certainty of faith.”