The element of intercession does not become the cause of arrogance and disobedience. Rather, intercession imparts strength to the sinner in a state of despair. It creates in him the habit of repenting with fervour. Consequently, he would be able to reach a high position and achieve nearness to the Lord of the Worlds. SOURCE:…
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The punishment of the grave, which is a model…
The punishment of the grave, which is a model of the punishment in the Hereafter. And according to some traditions we will not be able to avail in the Barzakh any intercession of the intercessors. God alone knows what kind of punishment it will be! The state of affairs on the Day of Resurrection will…
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Intercession comes to the rescue when the person…
Intercession comes to the rescue when the person concerned has died with correct belief. Sometimes, it happens that due to excessive involvement in sins and delay in repentance, faith in religion is erased from the heart. SOURCE: GREATER SINS V1 | AYATOLLAH DASTAGHAIB SHIRAZI (R)
Not avoiding sins, committing sins blatantly…
Not avoiding sins, committing sins blatantly and then repenting in the hope of intercession is: 1. Foolishness 2. A sign of arrogance 3. A sign of negligence. SOURCE: GREATER SINS V1 | AYATOLLAH DASTAGHAIB SHIRAZI (R)
To sin and not to repent in the hope…
To sin and not to repent in the hope of intercession is akin to consuming poison or putting ones hand in the snake’s mouth with the hope that a doctor would arrive and cure you. SOURCE: GREATER SINS V1 | AYATOLLAH DASTAGHAIB SHIRAZI (R)
