Hadith #2141

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all the worlds. May peace and blessings be upon our beloved Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), his pure progeny, and his noble companions.

The provided Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) emphasizes the qualities and actions that lead one to be among the victorious party of Allah. Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) begins by asking a rhetorical question,

Would you like to be among the victorious party of Allah?

This question immediately captures the attention of the believers, as it highlights the ultimate goal of every Muslim - to be successful in the sight of Allah.

Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) then provides two key instructions for achieving this success. The first instruction is to

fear Allah, the Glorified.

This phrase, "fear Allah," is a common Quranic expression that encompasses a deep sense of reverence, awe, and consciousness of Allah's presence and His commandments. It implies being mindful of Allah's presence in all aspects of life and striving to avoid anything that displeases Him.

To support this instruction, we find numerous Quranic verses that emphasize the importance of fearing Allah. For example, in Surah Al-Imran (3:102), Allah says,

O you who have believed, fear Allah as He should be feared and do not die except as Muslims [in submission to Him].

This verse reminds us that true fear of Allah should be accompanied by submission to His will and a sincere desire to live and die as Muslims.

The second instruction given by Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) is to

be righteous in all your affairs.

This means that a believer should strive to do good and act righteously in every aspect of their life, whether it be in their personal relationships, their professional endeavors, or their interactions with the wider society. It is a call to embody the values and teachings of Islam in all spheres of life.

The Quranic verse that beautifully supports this instruction is found in Surah Al-Hajj (22:77), where Allah says,

O you who have believed, bow and prostrate and worship your Lord and do good - that you may succeed.

This verse reminds us that true success lies not only in our acts of worship but also in our commitment to doing good deeds and spreading goodness in the world.

Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) concludes the Hadith by highlighting the divine promise that Allah is with those who guard against evil and those who do good to others. This is a profound reminder that Allah's support and assistance are granted to those who strive to fulfill their obligations towards Him and their fellow human beings.

To further understand the significance of this promise, we can refer to Surah An-Nahl (16:128), where Allah says,

Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who are doers of good.

This verse assures us that Allah's divine presence and support are bestowed upon those who combine the fear of Allah with righteous actions.

In conclusion, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) serves as a comprehensive guide for Muslims seeking success and victory in the sight of Allah. By fearing Allah and striving to be righteous in all aspects of life, believers can align themselves with the victorious party of Allah. This Hadith emphasizes the importance of a balanced approach to faith, where both the inner spirituality and the outward actions are given equal attention. May Allah grant us the ability to embody these teachings and be among the successful ones.