Quotes from Hasan of Basra

Seeking knowledge at an Young age is like engraving on a stone.

Do not sit idle, for indeed death is seeking you

The Righteous Salaf were as fearful of their good deeds being squandered, or not being accepted, as the present generation is certain that their neglect would be forgiven.

Whoever does not hold his tongue cannot understand his deen.

The World is three days: As for yesterday, it has vanished, along with all that was in it. As for tomorrow, you may never see it. As for today, it is yours, so work in it.

Be firm and upright upon the commands of Allah, work to His obedience and keep away from His disobedience.