Hadith #3949

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all the worlds. 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) states,

One whose ailments are many, his cure will not be known.

This enlightening saying of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) carries deep wisdom and insight. Let us delve into the exegesis of this Hadith in light of the Quran.

The word (adwa'u) "أدْواؤُهُ" in the Hadith refers to ailments or diseases. It encompasses both physical and spiritual afflictions that a person may experience. These ailments can manifest in various forms, such as physical illnesses, emotional distress, spiritual weaknesses, or moral shortcomings. The word (shifa'u) "شِفاؤُهُ" means cure or remedy. It signifies the solution or relief from these ailments.

To understand the meaning of this Hadith, we can turn to the Quran for guidance. Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says in Surah Yunus (10:57),

O mankind, there has come to you instruction from your Lord and healing for what is in the breasts and guidance and mercy for the believers.

This verse highlights that Allah has sent down guidance and healing for the ailments that afflict the hearts and souls of believers. It emphasizes the importance of seeking the cure for our spiritual and emotional ailments through the teachings of the Quran.

Furthermore, in Surah Al-Isra (17:82), Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) states,

And We send down of the Quran that which is healing and mercy for the believers.

This verse reinforces the idea that the Quran is a source of healing and mercy for the believers. It implies that the cure for our ailments lies in the teachings and guidance of the Quran.

Now, let us reflect on the enlightening message conveyed by Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) in this Hadith. He is highlighting the importance of recognizing and acknowledging our ailments. When we are unaware or in denial of our afflictions, we cannot seek the appropriate cure. Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) is urging us to be self-aware and introspective, to identify the various ailments that may be affecting us.

Once we acknowledge our ailments, we can then seek the cure. This cure lies in the teachings of the Quran and the guidance of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ). By turning to the Quran, we can find solace, guidance, and solutions to our physical, emotional, and spiritual afflictions. The Quran provides us with the remedies to heal our hearts, minds, and souls.

Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) is reminding us that the cure for our ailments is not hidden or inaccessible. It is within our reach, but it requires effort and a sincere desire to seek it. Just as a person who is unaware of their ailments cannot find the cure, a person who does not seek the guidance of the Quran and the mercy of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) will not find the remedy for their afflictions.

In conclusion, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) teaches us the importance of recognizing our ailments and seeking their cure. It emphasizes the need for self-awareness and introspection. By turning to the Quran and adhering to its teachings, we can find the healing and remedy for our physical, emotional, and spiritual afflictions. May Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) grant us the wisdom to recognize our ailments and the strength to seek their cure in the teachings of the Quran.