Hadith #8108

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) advises us to adopt three important qualities in our lives: being slow in getting angry, quick in calming down, and ready to accept excuses. Let us delve deeper into the meanings of these words and explore their significance in light of the Quran.

The first quality mentioned is being

slow in getting angry

or "batia' al-ghadab." This implies that we should not rush into anger or allow it to control our actions. The Quran emphasizes the importance of controlling anger in several verses. Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says in Surah Al-Imran (3:134),

Those who spend [in the cause of Allah] during ease and hardship and who restrain anger and who pardon the people - and Allah loves the doers of good.

This verse highlights the virtue of restraining anger and forgiving others, which is in line with Imam Ali's advice.

The second quality mentioned is being

quick in calming down

or "sari'a al-fay." This means that we should swiftly calm ourselves and not let anger linger within us. The Quran teaches us the importance of seeking peace and tranquility. In Surah Al-Fussilat (41:34), Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says,

Good and evil are not equal. Repel evil with what is better. Then the one who was your enemy will become your dearest friend.

This verse encourages us to respond to negativity with kindness and goodness, which requires us to quickly calm ourselves and respond in a positive manner.

The third quality mentioned is being

ready to accept excuses

or "muhibban liqabool al-udhr." This means that we should be open-minded and willing to accept valid excuses from others. The Quran teaches us the importance of forgiveness and understanding. In Surah An-Nur (24:22), Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) says,

Let them pardon and overlook. Would you not love for Allah to forgive you? And Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

This verse reminds us to forgive others and be merciful, just as we hope for Allah's forgiveness. By accepting excuses, we foster a culture of understanding and compassion within our communities.

Imam Ali's advice holds immense wisdom and practical guidance for our daily lives. By being slow in getting angry, we can avoid hasty and regretful actions. By being quick in calming down, we can maintain peace and harmony in our relationships. And by being ready to accept excuses, we can promote forgiveness and understanding among ourselves.

Imam Ali (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) was known for his profound knowledge and wisdom, and this Hadith reflects his deep understanding of human nature and the importance of self-control. By embodying these qualities, we can strive to become better Muslims and contribute to a more harmonious society.

May Allah (سُبْحَانَهُ وَتَعَالَىٰ) grant us the ability to implement these teachings in our lives and help us become individuals who are slow in getting angry, quick in calming down, and ready to accept excuses. May He bless us with His mercy and forgiveness.