"My father chose my name , and my last name was chosen by my ancestors . That's enough, I myself choose my way" ― Ali Shariati From Ali Shariati Sociologist Added on 1/31/2026 About Ali Shariati Ali Shariati was an Iranian sociologist and revolutionary intellectual. His work on religion and society made him one of the most influential Iranian thinkers of the 20th century. Born: 1933-11-23 Died: 1977-06-19 View all quotes from Ali Shariati