Islam - Attaining nearness to Allah: Imam Ali (as)

Attaining nearness to allah is [achieved] by asking [from] Him and [gaining closeness] to the people is [achieved] by refraining from asking [them for anything].

Address your complaints to one who is capable of sufficing you.

Seek nearness to Allah, the Glorified, for verily He brings closer those who seek nearness to Him.
 and reverence (or subservience).

Seek nearness to Allah, the Glorified, through prostration (sujud), bowing (ruku), submission to His majesty and reverence (or subservience).

Nothing brings one closer to Allah, the Glorified, except copious prostration (sujud) and bowing (ruku).