Humility Of Imam Muhammad Taqi (a.s)

[Morals Ethics]

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Humility Of Imam Muhammad Taqi (a.s)

The narrator says that when he learnt that the Imam was married to Ummul Fadl, “I went to congratulate him. Keeping in mind the prevailing way of life I was thinking that the Imam might not allow me audience. But I was wrong. As soon as the Imam received the news of my arrival he called me at once. I saw that there was not a slightest change in his past and present condition. He had the same good manners, same cordiality, same humility, meekness and the same affection and regard. I was feeling thirsty but I controlled it and did not choose to ask the Imam for water. But the Imam realized it and he ordered his slave to get water for me. There was some delay in this, therefore the Imam himself arose and brought water for me. I said, 'Why did your highness take the trouble?' He replied, 'This is a rewardable deed. Do you want to restrain me from it?'”

Taken from: Akhlaq e-A’imma, Morals & Manners of the Holy Imams by Maulana Sayyid Zafar Hasan Amrohi

 

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Being humble in answering/replying to Questions Too

 

Many Muslims today have escalated opinions of themselves and hold egotistical thoughts which lead to the put down of others. A person may not act arrogantly, but may still posses haughty thoughts which can lead to certain actions meant to mar other people. For instance, it may be the holy month of Ramadan and a Muslim may be fasting in a workplace with many non-Muslims. One of those non-Muslims may ask about the reasoning behind fasting and that Muslim may think arrogantly, “Why should I explain this? He’s too stupid to understand,” or “It doesn’t matter if he understands it or not.”  This type of thinking is very detrimental to Islam and is an extreme hindrance for Muslims worldwide. As Muslims are trying to help non-Muslims understand Islam and to further tolerate and respect it, it is necessary to be perceptive and willing to deal with any questions or comments. Simply explaining the reasoning behind Islamic worship opens many people’s minds and helps get rid of many prejudices or stereotypes.

 

The Ahlul Bayt believed no question is a stupid question and strove to answer every person’s inquiry clearly and thoroughly. Someone once asked Imam Jafar (as) to show him God. Of course, this seems silly because as humans it is impossible to see Allah (swt) Himself. However, Imam Jafar (as) responded patiently and to the point. He said, “Look at the sun.” The man said he could not because the sun is much too bright. Imam Jafar (as) replied, “If you cannot see the created, how can you expect to see the Creator?” No matter what a person may ask, it is vital to remain humble and stay as far away as possible from arrogant thoughts.

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