ethics (45)

Ethics:

ReligiousTwo Callers and One Common Promise

What has been entrusted within the human being is the innate sense of eternity and permanence. In other words, every person who truly perceives their inner reality can never be content with annihilati…

Ethics:

ReligiousDo Not Sell Yourself for Less Than Paradise

A wise and thoughtful person never consents to sell their goods or capital for a cheap and insignificant price. Our lifetime — along with the divine blessings placed at our disposal — is the…

Ethics:

ReligiousAccept Your Brother’s Excuse — Even If He Lies

There are times when some people have committed wrongs and now come seeking forgiveness and pardon, yet they have no valid excuse for what they did. Still, they come humbly, ashamed and remorseful.…

Ayatollah Javadi Amoli:

SCHOLARSOne Who Fails to Reform in Youth Will Struggle to Do So in Old Age

Ayatollah Abdullah Javadi Amoli warned that delaying spiritual and moral reform until old age is a grave mistake, stressing that those who assume they can correct their sins later in life deceive…

SCHOLARSAyatollah Sobhani Warns: Science That Breeds War Is Worse Than Ignorance

Grand Ayatollah Jafar Sobhani has warned against the misuse of science, saying that knowledge which fuels war and mass destruction is no different from ignorance.

Ethics:

ReligiousO God! Look Upon Me with Love

Truly, the lovers of this world must sit humbly and learn in the school of love taught by Imam al‑Sajjad (peace be upon him), so that they may adorn and perfume themselves with divine color and…

SCHOLARSGrand Ayatollah Javadi Amoli: Pride Is the Root of Corruption in Society

Qom, Iran – Senior Iranian scholar Grand Ayatollah Abdullah Javadi Amoli has described arrogance as a destructive moral disease and “the malignant gland” within individuals and society.

Ethics:

ReligiousQur’anic Warning for People of Cyberspace

In Islam, any word or deed that leads to the spread of sin and immorality within society is condemned. This is because such actions cause the ugliness and disgrace of sin to fade in the eyes…

ReligiousBeware of Being Deceived by the Sweetness of Falsehood

A human being, as long as "truth" is on his side, claims to be a defender of truth and righteousness — for his benefit lies in the implementation of truth. But the moment truth turns against…

Ethics:

Religious"Divine Forgiveness: Beyond Human Deservingness"

Imam Sajjad, peace be upon him, identifies God’s forgiveness as stemming from His grace, not from human worthiness, while linking punishment to God’s justice and man’s deservingness.

Ethics:

ReligiousFriendship of Today and Enmity on the Day of Judgment

A wise and thoughtful person should always consider God as present and observing, making His satisfaction and will the standard for their choices. The Quran has introduced a criterion for choosing…

Ethics:

ReligiousThe Best and Most Beautiful Type of Modesty (Hayaʾ)

The value of modesty in Islam is so significant that it is referred to as the "garment of Islam," a garment that one must adorn themselves with to truly embody being a Muslim.

Ethics:

ReligiousAre You Breathing in God's Camp or Satan's?

According to divine words, humans are never outside of two states: they are either servants of God or servants of Satan. Throughout life, humans are constantly confronted with two opposing fronts:…

Ethics:

ReligiousAn Act That Is a War Against God

Islam places special emphasis on preserving the dignity of individuals, especially the poor.

Ethics:

ReligiousA significant criterion for distinguishing a believer from a disbeliever

A faithful person never spends their life on trivial matters, for opportunities pass like fleeting clouds, and indeed, all of us are destined to return to God.

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ReligiousServant of God and Fault-Finding in others?!!

To be counted among the true servants of God, Imam Sajjad, peace be upon him, has advised us to "adorn ourselves with the virtues of the pious." One of the virtues mentioned in his words is "avoiding…

Ethics:

ReligiousA noble trait identified as a standard for evaluating individuals

The criterion that evaluates a person's worth is their lofty ambition, but there are reminders in this regard that, if ignored, not only fail to enhance a person's value but also lead to their…

Ethics:

ReligiousReshape your understanding of earning a living

On the subject of "sustenance and livelihood" numerous verses and narrations have been provided, which everyone should study. These teachings transform one's perspective on work, the pursuit…

Ethics:

ReligiousAll good deeds are like a drop of saliva compared to this action!!!

All divine obligations hold special significance, but among them, there is one whose establishment is crucial for the implementation of other obligations. This obligation is as essential to other…

Ethics:

ReligiousA Lie Beloved by God!

Disagreement and division among people are among the most significant tools in the hands of Satan, through which he incites discord, consequently distancing individuals and society from divine…

Ethics:

ReligiousBe content with little from God, so that God will be content with little from you

In a world where many people pursue wealth and material possessions to achieve self-sufficiency and prosperity, religious teachings offer us an alternative path.

Ethics:

ReligiousIs enjoying prosperity, comfort, and wealth always a sign of God's mercy?

Some people, upon observing the prosperity of those who are distant from divine commands, raise the question: why should such individuals be immersed in worldly blessings? The answer to this…

Ethics:

ReligiousO God! Incline me towards that which earns Your pleasure

Imam Sajjad peace be upon him, in Sahifa Sajjadiyyah, offers a profound supplication, asking God to grant him the success to choose the path of divine pleasure when faced with the crossroads…

Ethics:

ReligiousHow can one avoid regret on the Day of Resurrection?

Every moment that passes without remembering God will result in prolonged regret. This remembrance must not only manifest in words but also be evident in actions.

Ethics:

ReligiousCultivating a sense of balance within ourselves

Upon attaining worldly and spiritual ranks, the danger of arrogance threatens us. Imam Zain al-Abidin (peace be upon him) guides us to remain safe from this peril.

Book introduction:

Religious"An Account of Islamic Ethics" by Mohammad Ali Sadat

That which is bitterly undeniable in the modern world is the lack of true training or edification of man in the seemingly advanced cultures of today. It is rather due to debility and failure…

Ethics:

ReligiousThe steps that God takes for the repentant person

A person’s repentance is situated between two repentances of God. Initially, God Almighty grants His servant the ability (or tawfiq) to repent. Then, the servant repents, and ultimately, God…

Ethics:

ReligiousThe Tongue: A Gateway to Virtue or Regret

The reins of the tongue must be handed over to the intellect and used for divine purposes. If it is used outside the path of God, it will not only harm itself but will also bring cruelty and…

Ethics:

ReligiousWhen those who engage in vain activities suffer loss

A believe pursues lofty goals in their life; Consequently, they avoid anything that diverts them from their divine path.

Ethics:

ReligiousAlways Consider Yourself at Fault

Magnifying one’s good deeds and belittling sins and mistakes can become an obstacle on the path of servitude to God. Thus, the recommendations of the Infallibles (peace be upon them) in this…