One’s spiritual conditions and powers have adverse effects on each other because of the contrast that exists between the two. They almost neutralize the effects of each other; in other words, desires and intellect envy each other. Thus, the effect of taqwa in strengthening the intellect and increasing insight becomes clear. SOURCE: TAQWA | AYATOLLAH…
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The proud man is a personification of all Satans…
The proud man is a personification of all Satans; perhaps in the purgatory and on the Day of Resurrection, his appearance will be that of Satan. The criterion of man’s form in the Hereafter are his spiritual qualities. It’s possible that you acquire the form of Satan as well as the size of an ant….
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My friend, if you are proud of your spiritual attainments…
My friend, if you are proud of your spiritual attainments, they (i.e. the Prophet and Imam ‘Ali) were over and above all of us in this respect; and if you have pride in your office and authority, they possessed true sovereignty. Yet, in spite of it, their humility and modesty was more than of anybody…
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Servitude and slavery in society are the results…
Servitude and slavery in society are the results of spiritual slavery. One who is a slave and obedient to wealth and position cannot live free socially. Hence, it is true to say that taqwa gives human beings ‘freedom from all types of slavery.’ SOURCE: TAQWA | AYATOLLAH MURTADA MUTAHHARI (R)
Taqwa helps one to reach their goals…
Taqwa helps one to reach their goals and protects them against their enemies. In the first place, taqwa gives human beings freedom in moral and spiritual issues, frees them from the chains of slavery of long desires, and gives them a relief from the sufferings of greed, envy, lust, and anger. SOURCE: TAQWA | AYATOLLAH…
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