Why do we need Imam Ali (PBUH)?Category Archive

 Good Actions And Noble Moral Traits In the ethical guide-lines of Islam, praiseworthy temperaments have two aspects: good actions and noble moral traits. Among the good actions are the following: The cleanliness of body and dress, good humor and smile, respect for others, politeness of speech, visiting the sick, avoidance of haughtiness, and suspicion. But those human traits, such as mag More ...

The Need for Ethics in Life In order for a man to enjoy all his instincts and wishes to a logical degree, to live at peace with others and to attain prosperity both here and in the hereafter, he has to observe ethical standards. The advancements and degenerations of human societies do not depend solely on sciences and material progress. Rather, it is the observation of these ethical standards wh More ...

  Have open, clear, and regular communication   Treat others with respect and forgive their slips and flaws, whether they were made intentionally or out of neglect.   Create a positive environment for others.   Stay away from negative people who only seek out the flaws of others.   Uphold justice and social equality in all mat More ...

Select only the most qualified and honest individuals to serve – whether this is in governments, for jobs, or other roles and responsibilities. This hints at the fact that there is no place for nepotism in any part of life according to Islam. Imam Ali (as) emphasized that favouritism was a source of injustice. Ensure that staff are consulted on all decision-making, so that no unil More ...

 After the Prophet of Islam (PBUH), Imam Ali (AS) has the highest position in Islam and many of his exalted virtues have been mentioned in the holy verses and narrations, of which some are described below. Imam Ali (AS) has been described as: “Wali-ullah” (Surah Al-Maedah/Ayah 55); “Abrar” (Al-Insaan/5); “the men of A’araaf” (Al-A’araaf/46); Ah More ...

 Let us see what history says about his behaviour with his friends and relatives. Abdullah ibn Ja’far was his nephew, whom he had brought up since the death of his father, Ja’far ibn Abu Talib and to whom he had given his beloved daughter Zainab, in marriage. Once Abdullah came to him requesting for an advance installment of his share from Baitul Mal (Public Treasury). Ali (a) re More ...

 Imam Ali said: The one who considers himself/herself as the leader of the people must engage in self-construction before starting teaching others; and instead of training others by word and speech, train them with his/her behaviours because the one who teaches and corrects himself/herself before others, deserves respect [1]. [1] Nahjul Balaghah, Wisdom Number 73. More ...

  If in the Umma (community) of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH), Imam Ali (AS) was the greatest apostle of peace, he was, without a doubt, also the greatest defender in it of the freedom and liberty of the individual. In the selection of a leader for the Muslims, Ali had been bypassed thrice but by a supreme irony, it was with him that they found the privilege, for the first time and for the la More ...

 The Prophet of Islam on the Day of Qadeer said: Ali (AS) is the interpretation of the book of Allah (SWT) and he calls to God, be aware that the Halals and Harams are more than that I can introduce and recommend to you. Therefore, I have been ordered (by God) to take a covenant from you, to accept whatever I have brought to you from God regarding Ali Amiral Momeneen (AS) and Imams after him. More ...

 It is narrated in Sunni sources that the one who is mentioned in Ayah 43 of Surah Al-Raad having the knowledge of the book (Quran) is in fact Imam Ali (AS) [1, 2]. It is narrated from Imam Ali (AS) who said: Swear to Allah (SWT), no Ayah has been sent down unless I know where it has been descended and about who [3]. [1] Yanabial Mawaddah, Alqondozi, Vol. 1, Page 308, Hadith Number 11. [2] More ...

  Ali as the right arm of Islam and the shield and buckler of Muhammad, is a vast and a complex subject. But Ali as an Apostle of Peace is a subject just as vast and just as complex. Few men, if any, have loved peace more or hated war less than Ali. The students of history know that appeals in the name of peace, justice and fair-play, are made only by those people who are weak and who a More ...

 When you engage in trade, first ask Allah (SWT) for all the good, trade at ease and do not make it difficult for each other in order to find blessing. Be kind to customers, have patience and do not swear or lie, do not be unjust, be fair to needy, do not approach usury, give proper weight and measure and do not steal from the scales and balances [1, 2]. [1] Kafi, Vol. 5, page 151, Hadith Nu More ...

  Imam Ali (AS) wrote to Malik Ashtar: O’ Malik, make your heart understand the kindness, mercy and compassion towards the people [in a way that it understands it, not just as an idea]. Do not be like a cruel animal who finds the opportunity to eat them; because people are in two kinds; either they are your brothers in religion or like you in creation (fellow creatures) [1]. After More ...

  A senior Arab figure went to eat dinner with Imam Hassan (AS), and suddenly he said: I am going to eat anything. Imam Hassan (AS) asked him: Why you do not eat anything? He replied: A short while ago I saw a poor person and now that I see the food, I remember that poor person and pity him. I cannot eat anything unless you order some of this food is given to that poor person. Imam Hassa More ...

  In a letter to his eldest son Imam Hassan (AS), Imam Ali (AS) wrote: Urge others to good deeds, and do good yourself; and deny bad deeds with your hands and tongue; and try to stay away from wicked people; and try your best in the way of God (Divine Path); and never allow others criticisms/blames stop you from your endeavours in the way of God. I started your education early, before your he More ...

  When a group of people in an aggressive manner asked Imam Ali (AS): Why (unlike previous caliphs) do you divide public funds equally between the people and you do not give priority and preference to those who are ahead of others in Islam and are more noble and honourable? Imam Ali (AS) replied: Do you order me to turn to oppression against those who I rule over for my own victory? Undu More ...

  In one of the letters which exist in Nahjul Balaghah, Seyyed Razi (RA) wrote that in the Jamal War, when Imam Ali (AS) departed from Medina towards Basra, Imam (AS) wrote a letter to people of Kufah, and invited them in the beginning of the letter, Imam Ali (AS) wrote that I have a past (history) at the time of the previous Caliphs; whatever people think about my past, whether I was oppress More ...

 In his letter to Malik Ashtar (RA), Imam Ali (AS) wrote: O’ Malik; your efforts for developing the land must be more than collecting the taxes, because taxes will not be available (provided) except by development and improvement. And the ruler who wants to collect taxes without developing the fields and farms, will destroy the cities and the servants of God (the people), and his rule w More ...

 In a letter to Malik Ashtar (RA), Imam Ali (AS) wrote: Never get too complacent! To rely on your good deeds, and like to be praised; as these are the best moments for Satan to attack you, and destroy all the good deeds. Never think people are under your obligation because of the services you have provided for them, or consider big/great what you have done for them, or promise people More ...

 Imam Ali (AS) said: The human being must accept (appropriate) advice, and be righteous before the Resurrection (Day), and think about his/her short lifetime, and look at the short time he/she is staying in this world in order to make a better abode/residence (in the hereafter). So (must) try for the place he/she will be taken and try to find out about the new abode [1]. [1] Nahjul Balag More ...