Ibn Jawzi's Advice to His Son

My dear son, pay attention to what is in your advantage, regret your previous shortcomings, and work hard to reach the level of those who have achieved completion, while you still have the chance.

My dear son, I pray that Allah guides you towards all that is right.

My dear son, observe the way you handle the limits set by Allah and see whether or not you remain within their limits. Indeed, he who takes care to stay within them will be looked after by Allah, and he who does not will be left to...