A proud person exhibits his pride, not paying any attention to its outward revelation. The intensity of his pride makes him lose control over himself. Then, his pride finds expression in his movements and pauses. In social gatherings he shows his self-importance by taking a lead over other people while entering and leaving. He neither…
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This perception of superiority and supremacy…
This perception of superiority and supremacy over others causes in him a state of vanity, which is pride. Kibr, in this sense, is an inner state, and when its effects are reflected in his behavior and his speech, it is called Takabbur. In short, the self-indulgent person becomes self-seeking, and his self seeking tendency grows…
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The Holy Qur’an invited the barbaric Arabs…
The Holy Qur’an invited the barbaric Arabs – who were filled with haughtiness and conceit and who had established their lives on the basis of bloodshed and banditry – to the religion of truth and respect for justice and humanity. Thus, Arab idolaters resorted to struggle and alternation and left no stone unturned to put…
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Being unhappy is the sign of ungratefulness…
Being unhappy is the sign of ungratefulness, which could be a sign of human’s haughtiness and high expectations because God has endowed us in one way or another with His blessings. SOURCE: @PanahianEN | H.I. ALIREZA PANAHIAN
Courtesy in the presence…
Courtesy in the presence of God strengthens human belief in God. Observing the etiquette of worshiping means having good manners in the presence of our Lord. Courtesy brings kindness and eliminates haughtiness, which is the source of all vices. SOURCE: @PanahianEN | H.I. ALIREZA PANAHIAN