The greater the man’s mastery over worldly or otherworldly benefits, whether they are spiritual accomplishments, authority, power, or material treasures, his longing for them increases and the flame of love grows brighter and more ferocious. SOURCE: FORTY HADITH | IMAM KHOMEINI (R)
[Man sees himself dependent on and linked…
[Man sees himself dependent on and linked to His creator] In this state, man finds a way to the source of infinite power. By being related to this source, man obtains the power to perform whatever he wills and wishes. Thus, his innate desire to seek power is satiated. Similarly, in this state, man can…
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Human faculties, which are dispersed when belonging to the body…
“Human faculties, which are dispersed when belonging to the body, are united when attached to the soul. While possessing unity and extension, the soul embraces every human power. In like manner, the culmination of every innate desire that goes to infinity and is subsequently united with other desires is, in fact, one ultimate desire perceived…
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The practice of the exercises prescribed by the Shari’ah…
“The practice of the exercises prescribed by the Shari’ah, the worships and the rites, and abstention from carnal desires and lusts, strengthen the human will power and resolution. On the other hand, immersion in sinful physical nature weakens human resolution and will.” SOURCE: FORTY HADITH | IMAM KHOMEINI (R)
Man’s innate desires extend to infinity…
“Man’s innate desires extend to infinity. There is no limit or boundary to any of these desires; they do not require restriction or halt at a particular level. Although these wishes are variegated, they are all finally brought together and their ultimate satisfaction is summed up in one thing: relationship with the Infinite source of…
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