Hadith #7757

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Praise be to Allah, the Lord of all 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 relationship between one's actions in this world and their ultimate outcome in the Hereafter. It states,

One whose action is free from sin attains his hope from the Hereafter.

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

Firstly, let us examine the key words in this Hadith. The word (sallima) "سَلِمَ" means to be free from or to be safe from something. In this context, it refers to being free from sins and transgressions. The word (ma'asi) "مَعَاصِي" refers to sins or disobedience to Allah's commands. The word (amaluhu) "عَمَلُهُ" means one's actions or deeds. And finally, the word (amaluhu) "أَمَلُهُ" refers to one's hope or expectation.

To understand the deeper meaning of this Hadith, we can turn to the Quran for guidance. Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says in Surah Al-Isra (17:80),

And say: My Lord! Cause me to come in with a firm incoming and to go out with a firm outgoing. And give me from Thy presence a sustaining Power.

This verse highlights the importance of righteous actions and seeking Allah's help in order to attain success in both this life and the Hereafter.

Furthermore, in Surah Al-Ankabut (29:7), Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) states,

And as for those who strive in Our cause, We will surely guide them to Our ways. And indeed, Allah is with the doers of good.

This verse emphasizes the importance of striving in the path of Allah and engaging in righteous actions. Those who sincerely strive and perform good deeds will be guided by Allah Himself.

The Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) highlights the correlation between one's actions and their hope for the Hereafter. It teaches us that if we strive to keep our actions free from sins and transgressions, our hope and expectation of attaining success in the Hereafter will be fulfilled.

When we refrain from sinful actions, we are able to maintain a pure and sincere connection with Allah. Our actions become a reflection of our faith and devotion. This purity of action leads to a sense of tranquility and contentment in our hearts, as we know that we are aligning ourselves with the will of Allah.

Moreover, when we consistently engage in righteous actions, it becomes a motivation for us to continue on the path of goodness. The more we strive to please Allah through our actions, the stronger our hope becomes for a favorable outcome in the Hereafter. This hope serves as a driving force that encourages us to persevere in our efforts to do good and avoid evil.

Conversely, if we allow ourselves to be consumed by sinful actions, our hope for the Hereafter becomes clouded and uncertain. Sin distances us from the mercy and guidance of Allah, leading to a sense of despair and hopelessness. We must remember that Allah is the Most Merciful and Forgiving, and it is never too late to turn back to Him and seek His forgiveness.

In conclusion, the Hadith of Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) reminds us of the importance of maintaining purity in our actions and striving to keep ourselves free from sins. By doing so, we can attain our hope and expectation of success in the Hereafter. Let us strive to purify our actions, seek forgiveness for our shortcomings, and continuously work towards earning the pleasure of Allah. May Allah grant us the ability to live a life free from sin and bless us with success in this world and the Hereafter.