Hadith #3145

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 humility and submission to Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) when one achieves their desired goal. The key words in this Hadith are (هُديتَ) "hudita" which means "guided" or "directed", (لِقَصْدِكَ) "liqasdi" which means "to your goal", and (أَخْشَعَ) "akhsaha" which means

to be most submissive

or "to be humble".

To understand the significance of this Hadith, we can turn to the Quran for guidance. Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) repeatedly emphasizes the importance of humility and submission to Him throughout the Quran. In Surah Al-Hajj, Allah says, (Quran 22:54)

And whoever humbles himself for Allah and is obedient - then indeed, he has attained success

This verse highlights the significance of humility in attaining success in the sight of Allah.

Furthermore, in Surah Al-Mu'minun, Allah describes the characteristics of the believers, saying, (Quran 25:63)

And the servants of the Most Merciful are those who walk upon the earth easily, and when the ignorant address them [harshly], they say [words of] peace

This verse emphasizes the importance of responding to ignorance and harshness with peace and humility, reflecting the submissive nature of a true believer.

In light of these Quranic verses, we can understand the exegesis of the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ). When a person is guided to their desired goal, it is essential for them to remain humble and submissive to Allah. This humility should manifest in their actions, words, and thoughts. They should recognize that their success is ultimately from Allah and that they should attribute it to His blessings and guidance.

Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ), known for his profound knowledge and wisdom, advises us to be most submissive to our Lord when we achieve our goals. This guidance serves as a reminder that success should not lead to arrogance or pride, but rather to increased devotion and gratitude towards Allah. By remaining humble, we acknowledge our dependence on Allah and recognize that our achievements are a result of His mercy and guidance.

Practically, being submissive to Allah after achieving a goal means expressing gratitude through acts of worship, such as offering prayers, giving charity, and engaging in acts of kindness towards others. It also means seeking forgiveness for any shortcomings and constantly striving to improve oneself. This humility and submission not only deepen our relationship with Allah but also serve as a means of purifying our hearts and souls.

In conclusion, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) reminds us of the importance of humility and submission to Allah when we achieve our goals. It calls upon us to remain humble and grateful, recognizing that our success is ultimately from Allah. By embodying these qualities, we strive to attain true success in the sight of our Lord and strengthen our connection with Him. May Allah guide us all to be humble and submissive in all aspects of our lives.