Hadith #10954

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 importance of adopting piety in order to cleanse oneself from the impurities of evil deeds. Let us delve into the deeper meaning of this beautiful Hadith in light of the Quran.

The word (tawarra'ta) "تَوَرَّعْتَ" in the Hadith refers to adopting piety or righteousness. It implies a conscious effort to abstain from sinful actions and to adhere to the commands of Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ). This word highlights the significance of self-discipline and self-control in one's behavior and actions.

To understand the significance of adopting piety, we can turn to the Quran. Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says in Surah Al-Hujurat (49:13),

O mankind, indeed We have created you from male and female and made you peoples and tribes that you may know one another. Indeed, the most noble of you in the sight of Allah is the most righteous (أَتْقَاكُمْ). Indeed, Allah is Knowing and Acquainted.

This verse emphasizes that the true measure of nobility and superiority in the sight of Allah is righteousness and piety. It is not based on one's lineage, wealth, or worldly status. Therefore, adopting piety is not only a means of purification but also a means of attaining honor and closeness to Allah.

The word (danas) "دَنَسِ" in the Hadith refers to the filth or impurity of evil deeds. It signifies the moral and spiritual contamination that arises from engaging in sinful actions. Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) reminds us that by adopting piety, we can free ourselves from this filth and its detrimental consequences.

The Quran provides numerous verses that highlight the importance of avoiding evil deeds and their consequences. For example, in Surah Al-A'raf (7:157), Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says,

Those who follow the Messenger, the unlettered prophet, whom they find written in what they have of the Torah and the Gospel, who enjoins upon them what is right and forbids them what is wrong and makes lawful for them the good things and prohibits for them the evil and relieves them of their burden and the shackles which were upon them. So they who have believed in him, honored him, supported him and followed the light which was sent down with him - it is those who will be the successful.

This verse emphasizes the role of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) in guiding the believers towards what is right and forbidding them from what is wrong. It highlights the importance of avoiding evil and following the path of righteousness. By adopting piety, one can free themselves from the burden of sin and the shackles of wrongdoing.

Imam Ali's (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) statement serves as a reminder for Muslims to constantly strive towards righteousness and to distance themselves from sinful actions. By doing so, they can purify their souls, protect themselves from the harmful consequences of evil deeds, and attain closeness to Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ).

Adopting piety requires self-reflection, self-discipline, and a conscious effort to align one's actions with the teachings of Islam. It involves seeking knowledge, understanding the Quran, and following the example of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and his Ahl al-Bayt (عَلَيْهِمُ ٱلسَّلَامُ). It also involves striving to fulfill the rights of Allah and the rights of fellow human beings.

In conclusion, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) reminds us of the importance of adopting piety in order to cleanse ourselves from the filth of evil deeds. By striving towards righteousness and distancing ourselves from sin, we can purify our souls, attain closeness to Allah, and lead a life of honor and success. May Allah guide us all on the path of piety and grant us the strength to resist temptation and avoid sinful actions.