Some Words of Wisdom

Ibn Mas'ud –(radiallaahu 'anhu) – Be content with what you have,
Be satisfied with your dwelling place to accommodate your enterprise,
Restrain your tongue,
And shed tears of regret regarding past sins you committed knowingly, and those you do not recognize.

taken from: SunnahOnline

Ibn Mas'ud –(radiallaahu 'anhu) – would advise his students, "If your intention is one of these three, do not seek knowledge: To shame the ignorant, or to argue with the Fuqahaa' (scholars), or to cause people to turn their faces in your direction. Intend with your actions and words that which is with Allaah, for indeed that which is with Allaah shall remain and everything else shall perish."

Ibnul Qayyim –(rahimahullaah) – said, "Deeds without sincerity are like a traveler who carries in his water-jug dirt. The carrying of it burdens him and it brings no benefit."

taken from: Understand_ISlam