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argued proofs, but by reason of various causes, coincidences and
experiences which are not capable of being stated in detail.

It had already become clear to me that I had no hope of the bliss of the
world to come save through an Allah-fearing life and the withdrawal of myself
from vain desire. It was clear to me too that the key to all this was to sever the
attachment of the heart to worldly things by leaving the mansion of deception
and returning to that of eternity, and to advance towards Allah Most High with
all earnestness. It was also clear that this was only to be achieved by turning
away from wealth and position and fleeing from all time-consuming
entanglements.

Next I considered the circumstances of my life and realized that I was
caught in a veritable thicket of attachments. I also considered my activities, of
which the best was my teaching and lecturing, and realized that in them I was
dealing with sciences that were unimportant and contributed nothing to the
attainment of eternal life.

After that I examined my motive in my work of teaching, and realized that it