What Are the Ways to Become Like God? | Why Do We Need a Perfect Human Being?
Is It Possible to Become Like God Without Becoming Similar to the Infallible Imam? Would you agree that in order to reach any destination, you have to go through a specific path? Our lives are not aimless; the purpose of our creation as the most significant beings in this universe is to become like God […]
What Is the Key to Spiritual Growth and Acquiring Human Assets?
How Can One Achieve Spiritual Growth? Growth and progress have always been among humanity’s enduring goals and are considered a measure of success in all aspects of life. Each of us, seek growth and progress in different fields based on our interests or perceived needs, some of us pursue financial development, while others strive for […]
The Amazing Effect of Suggestion on the Soul | How Does Suggestion Affect the Soul?
The Effect of Suggestion on the Soul of Human Beings on the Path of Acquiring Spiritual Perfections Many of us are familiar with the fascinating effects of suggestion in areas like treating physical and mental illnesses, enhancing self-esteem, and achieving success in academic, artistic, or athletic endeavors. But what about the effect of suggestion on […]
“We Reap What We Sow” | How Do Our Deeds Create Heaven and Hell?
An Examination and Introduction to the Concept of “We Reap What We Sow” One of the unchangeable laws of creation, established and fixed by Almighty Allah, is that every person’s deeds—whether good or bad—are their eternal and perpetual companions. Each individual will be resurrected on the Day of Judgment with the inner reality of their […]
Why Do We Fall into the Trap of Mindless Worship? | How to Break Free
Does Mindless Worship Lead Us to the Purpose of Our Creation? Have we ever stopped to reflect on why we perform good deeds or engage in acts of worship? Does God need our prayers, fasting, or any of our righteous actions? Certainly not. Worship is not meant to be a mere ritual—like a prayer reduced […]
What Are the Dispositions of the Soul? How Does a Deed Become a Disposition?
What Does It Mean for Something to Become a Disposition of the Soul, and Which Characteristics Can Transform into Dispositions of the Soul? If you have glanced through books on ethics, you have likely come across the term “dispositions of the soul” (Malakat Nafsani) frequently. “Malakat” is the plural of “Malakah,” which means “ruler.” At […]
Knowledge and Asset: Reasons for not Transforming Knowledge into Asset
Why Do Not Our Knowledge and Asset Grow in Parallel? a) Why do not the capabilities, skills, or assets of most of us match our knowledge? b) Why do not our knowledge and asset develop alongside each other? c) Why do not we either act on knowledge or act poorly? For example, many parents acquire […]
What Is Meant by the Purity of the Soul, and How Can One’s Heart Attain This State?
Purity of the Soul: The Prerequisite for Growth and Acquisition of Spiritual Asset As we learned in previous lessons, the most important part of our existence—the part that endures beyond death—is our heart and soul. To have a healthy life, both in this world and the hereafter, our hearts require assets. The greater our inner […]
Is the Soul’s Compatibility with Divine Names Provable and Intuitive?
How Can the Soul’s Compatibility with Divine Names Be Possible? Most likely, we have all heard sentences like “A flower is the epitome of beauty,” “Mountains symbolize constancy,” or “A mother is the epitome of kindness.” From the beginning of discussions about the essence of humanity, it has been pointed out many times that humans […]
The Four States of the Soul on the Path to Perfection: A Guide Toward Eternity
A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Path Toward Eternity: How Do We Move Toward Eternity? As human beings, we are on a continuous journey toward perfection. However, here arises a question: How can we make this spiritual journey and go through its challenges successfully? If we want to walk on this path, we must […]