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“I desire not to desire, for my will is without value, since I am ignorant in any case. Therefore choose Thou for me what thou knowest to be best and do not put my perdition in what my autonomy and free choice prefer.”

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Bayazid Bastami

Bayazid Bastami, born and died between 804 and 874, was a scholar of an unknown profession. His life and achievements are not well-documented, but he may have had a significant impact on culture and academia during his time. more

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