Hearing the voice of a non-mahram woman. Is this forbidden or not? This is clear from the edicts that it is not forbidden as long as it is not for lust or in fear of deviating. But it is forbidden for a woman to make her voice very pleasant and attractive so as to cause…
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Supposing that man masters the perceptible and imperceptible forces…
“Supposing that man masters the perceptible and imperceptible forces, does his ability reach utter perfection and is his thirst for power quenched in full? No matter how extensive and variegated these powers are, will they not finally be finite? Will they not intrude on the workings of similar powers? And will they not be doomed…
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There is a tradition in al-Kafi, reported on the authority of…
“There is a tradition in al-Kafi, reported on the authority of Talhah ibn Zayd, from Abu ‘Abd Allah Imam al-Sadiq (A) that he said: The example of the world is that of sea water; the more a thirsty person drinks from it, the thirstier he becomes, until it kills him. The love of the world…
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Man does not even refrain from using the power of his fellow creatures…
“Man does not even refrain from using the power of his fellow creatures. In as far as conditions and facilities permit, man uses others for his own benefit. Effort to reach social positions and to be honored nationally, as well as the nation’s demand for superiority at the international level, are manifestations of this desire…
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To extend the domain of his power…
“To extend the domain of his power, man does not suffice with natural powers. By the help of sciences and industries, man endeavours to find better devices to conquer the world and subjugate the universe. It goes without saying that scientific discoveries and inventions, especially in recent times, have greatly contributed to the satisfaction of…
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