Tales of Habib the Hoaxter Quotes

“If a book could speak, it might reveal the happiness it feels from being held every day.”
― Pamela Cox, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Habib Rides Backwards

One day, Habib wanted to go give a lesson in the school. There were some students with him, but he rode his donkey backwards. So one student asked him in astonishment, “Why do you ride on your donkey backwards?”
Habib said to him, “If I were riding him in the straight way, then you would all be behind me. And if you were in front of me, then I would be behind you. Therefore, my riding backwards is correct.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Habib wanted to buy a donkey, so he went to the market,
stopped by a donkey he liked, and said to his owner, after an argument over the price, "That's all I have with me now, so either you sell me the donkey, or I'll be on my way."
Finally the man agreed, and Habib left, dragging the donkey behind him.
Two thieves saw him, and they agreed to steal the donkey. One of them crept up lightly and untied the rope from the donkey's neck without Habib feeling a thing. Then the thief tied the rope around his own neck. Through all this, Habib felt nothing of what was going on.
The thief walked behind Habib while the other thief walked with the donkey, and the people passing by saw this and marveled at the sight and laughed.
Habib marveled at himself and said, "Perhaps their admiration and laughter are due to the fact that they admire my donkey."
When Habib arrived at his house, he turned around toward the donkey, and he saw the man, who was crying.
The rope was on his neck, and Habib was amazed at his condition and said to him, "Who are you?"
The thief stopped crying and wiped his tears, saying, "Sir, I am an ignorant man. I angered my mother."
Habib said, "And then what?"
The thief said, "So my mother prayed over me and asked God to curse me and transform me into a donkey, and God answered her prayer. When my big brother saw this, he wanted to get rid of me, so he put me up for sale in the market. Then you came and bought me, and with your blessing and your caring, I returned to being human, as I was!" And the thief took Habib's hand, praying his thanks to God.
Habib befriended him, and he set him free after advising him to obey his mother and to beg her forgiveness and prayers.
The next day, Habib returned to the market to buy a donkey, and he saw the same donkey and recognized him.
Habib approached the donkey and whispered in his ear, saying, "Obviously you did not hear my words, and you angered your mother a second time. By God, I will never buy
you!”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Dreams are the sparks; ambition is the fire that turns them into reality. Without both, the world stays dim and still.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Romance is the dance of two souls finding rhythm in each other’s imperfections, creating a melody only their hearts can hear.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Humor is the quiet spark that lights even the darkest moments, reminding us that laughter is the soul’s gentle rebellion.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“True courage is not the absence of fear, but the quiet strength to stand tall when everything inside you wants to fall.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“The secret of success is not in speaking much, but in listening more.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Sometimes the answers arrive before the questions do — a quiet knowing that guides us even when the path isn’t clear.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Maturity isn’t about having all the answers — it’s about knowing when to listen, when to let go, and when your peace matters more than being right.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Sometimes, perfect moments feel empty — too smooth to hold joy. But the little stumbles, the unexpected errors, that’s where the fun sneaks in and makes the memory worth keeping.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Wisdom doesn’t come from years alone, but from what you’ve dared to face and chosen to learn. Experience is the ink — your life is the lesson.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Real love isn’t loud—it stays when things get quiet. Loyalty is not proven in words, but in the moments no one sees.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Taking a moment to respond with wisdom can change the course of a conversation and build deeper understanding.
Quick responses show attentiveness, but true connection comes when speed meets thoughtfulness.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“A wise response is measured, calm, and thoughtful, it turns challenges into opportunities and diffuses conflict with grace.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“A true leader doesn’t wait for a title or a team, they begin with purpose, walk with integrity, and inspire others simply by daring to go first.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“You don’t need a crowd to lead, just the courage to stand for something true. When your vision is clear and your heart is steady, others will follow the light you carry.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“True friends are those rare souls who see the real you, stay when the world walks away, and remind you of your strength when you forget it yourself.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“A wise woman loves not to complete a man, but to walk beside him, strong in her heart, soft in her touch, and fierce in her loyalty.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Those who master listening often find the doors to success open quietly.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“The longest roads often lead to the greatest victories.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Sometimes, success doesn’t come quickly—it arrives after a long road, walked with patience, persistence, and quiet belief.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Solitude doesn’t kill a person; it grants peace to the soul and mind.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Not every word of love is true, for love without deeds is merely an echo in the void.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Love exists to be spoken, yes—but only believed when it takes form in action.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Your words don’t just speak for you—they expose your mind and what you’ve fed it.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“The fire of motivation starts within — a steady drive that transforms dreams into steps forward.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Holding onto faith means choosing hope over doubt, trusting that tomorrow holds a brighter story even when today feels uncertain.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“Empathy is the quiet art of stepping into another’s world — not to fix, but to understand and share their heartbeat.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh

“It’s not how fast the system runs, but how well it delivers — quality always outshines speed.”
― Ayoub Imilouane, Tales of Habib the Hoaxter: Sometimes Hoaxed, Always Good for a Laugh