نهج البلاغة

The Way of Eloquence

Selections from the Words of the Commander of the Faithful

ʿAli ibn Abi Talib

Compiled by

al-Sharif al-Radi

A Treasury of
Islamic Wisdom

Nahj al-Balaghah, meaning "Way of Eloquence," is a collection of sermons, letters, and sayings attributed to Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib, compiled by Sharif al-Radi in the 10th century CE.

This masterwork addresses themes of governance, justice, spirituality, and ethics with profound eloquence. Its Arabic prose is considered second only to the Quran in linguistic beauty and depth, transcending sectarian and cultural boundaries to inspire readers across the centuries.

"The worth of a man lies in what he does well."

Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib

Nahj al-Balaghah, Saying 81

قِيمَةُ كُلِّ امْرِئٍ مَا يُحْسِنُهُ