Hadith #10734

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) highlights the characteristics of the worst person. Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ), known for his profound wisdom and knowledge, describes this person as one who

puts on the armor of vileness and helps the unjust.

Let us delve into the deeper meaning of this Hadith in light of the Quran.

The word (idara'a) "ادَّرَعَ" in Arabic, translated as

puts on the armor,

signifies the act of adorning oneself with a shield or protection. In this context, it refers to someone who willingly embraces and adopts vileness, evil, and wrongdoing as a means of defense or protection. This person not only engages in immoral actions but also actively supports and promotes injustice.

To understand the gravity of this description, we can turn to the Quran for guidance. Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) warns us in Surah Al-Ma'idah (5:2) by saying,

And cooperate in righteousness and piety, but do not cooperate in sin and aggression.

This verse emphasizes the importance of standing against wrongdoing and injustice, as cooperating with such actions is condemned.

Furthermore, the Quran repeatedly emphasizes the obligation to stand up for justice and to help the oppressed. In Surah An-Nisa (4:135), Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says,

O you who have believed, be persistently standing firm in justice, witnesses for Allah, even if it be against yourselves or parents and relatives. Whether one is rich or poor, Allah is more worthy of both.

This verse highlights the importance of standing up for justice, even if it means going against our own interests or the interests of our loved ones.

Imam Ali's (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) Hadith serves as a reminder that the worst person is the one who not only engages in vileness but also supports and aids the unjust. This person not only harms themselves but also contributes to the perpetuation of injustice and oppression in society. By embracing vileness and assisting the unjust, they become complicit in the suffering of others and distance themselves from the path of righteousness.

The consequences of such actions are severe, both in this world and the hereafter. In Surah Al-Ma'idah (5:29), Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) warns,

And whoever kills a believer intentionally, his recompense is Hell to abide therein, and the wrath and the curse of Allah are upon him, and a great punishment is prepared for him.

This verse illustrates the severe punishment awaiting those who engage in acts of injustice and harm others.

Reflecting on this Hadith, we are reminded of the importance of embodying righteousness and justice in our lives. As Muslims, it is our duty to stand against vileness and injustice, to support the oppressed, and to strive for a just society. We must distance ourselves from those who embrace evil and actively aid the unjust, for their actions not only harm themselves but also contribute to the deterioration of society.

In conclusion, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) serves as a powerful reminder of the characteristics of the worst person. By adorning themselves with vileness and assisting the unjust, they not only harm themselves but also contribute to the perpetuation of injustice in society. As Muslims, we must strive to embody righteousness, stand against injustice, and support the oppressed, as commanded by Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) in the Quran. May Allah guide us all on the path of righteousness and protect us from the vileness of the worst person.