Hadith #3547

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 Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) states,

Whoever knocks on the door of Allah, it is opened for him.

This beautiful saying of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) highlights the importance of seeking Allah's guidance and mercy through sincere supplication and prayer. Let us delve deeper into the meaning of this Hadith in light of the Quran.

The word (qara'a) "قَرَعَ" in Arabic means to knock or strike a door. It signifies an action of seeking attention or access to someone or something. In this context, it refers to the act of approaching Allah with humility and sincerity, seeking His blessings and guidance. The word (bab) "بَابَ" means door, symbolizing the gateway to Allah's mercy and blessings.

The Quran provides us with numerous verses that emphasize the significance of seeking Allah's help and guidance. Allah says in Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 186:

And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near. I respond to the invocation of the supplicant when he calls upon Me. So let them respond to Me [by obedience] and believe in Me that they may be [rightly] guided.

This verse assures us that Allah is always near and ready to respond to our prayers when we sincerely call upon Him.

Furthermore, in Surah Ghafir, verse 60, Allah says:

And your Lord says, 'Call upon Me; I will respond to you.' Indeed, those who disdain My worship will enter Hell [rendered] contemptible.

This verse highlights Allah's promise to answer our prayers and warns against neglecting His worship.

Imam Ali's (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) Hadith encourages us to actively seek Allah's help and guidance by knocking on His door. It reminds us that Allah is ever-willing to respond to our sincere supplications. Just as a person who knocks on a door expects it to be opened, a believer who turns to Allah with humility and sincerity can have full confidence that Allah will open the doors of His mercy and blessings.

When we knock on the door of Allah, we demonstrate our trust and reliance on Him. We acknowledge our dependence on His guidance and mercy, recognizing that He alone has the power to grant our requests. This act of seeking Allah's help and guidance strengthens our relationship with Him and deepens our faith.

Moreover, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) reminds us of the consequences of seeking Allah's assistance. When we sincerely seek Allah's help, we open ourselves up to His divine intervention and guidance. Our supplications become a means through which Allah's mercy and blessings flow into our lives. By knocking on the door of Allah, we invite His divine assistance and open ourselves to His infinite wisdom and mercy.

This Hadith also serves as a motivation for Muslims to be proactive in their worship and supplication. It encourages us to actively seek Allah's help and guidance in all aspects of our lives. Whether we are facing difficulties, seeking guidance, or expressing gratitude, we should never hesitate to knock on the door of Allah, knowing that He is always ready to respond.

In conclusion, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) teaches us the importance of seeking Allah's guidance and mercy through sincere supplication and prayer. It reminds us that Allah is always near and ready to respond to our calls. By actively seeking Allah's help and knocking on His door, we open ourselves up to His divine intervention and blessings. May we always remember to turn to Allah with humility and sincerity, seeking His guidance and mercy in all aspects of our lives.