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“No one who possesses snow would find any hardship in exchanging it for jewels and pearls. This world is like snow exposed to sun, which continues to melt until it disappears altogether, while the next life is like a precious stone that never passes away.”

Quote by Al-Ghazali

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Al-Ghazali (1058-December 19, 1111) was an influential Islamic theologian and philosopher. His works had a profound impact on medieval Islamic philosophy and theology. more

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