To Remember Imam (a.s.) and act upon his Teachings The traditions of Imams (a.s.) are clear as regards thefact that Imam (a.s.) is a witness of our deeds and he is informed of all our activities. Wherever we might be and in whichever condition, we are within the vision of Imam (a.s.). He is the watchful eye and the alert ear of Almighty Allah. Once you are convinced of this you shall see him with the inner eye and his vision shall always exist in your thoughts. Then it is incumbent for you to feel yourself in his presence. Everyone should have this perception unless he is blind in the heart. Once a person is convinced of this he would act in a way befitting this situation. Like the visually handicapped person who himself cannot see anything. But when he is in the presence of a ruler he will act with utmost respect, just like those who are not blind. This is so, because he is certain that he is in the presence of the ruler, even though he might not see it with his eyes. The situation of a Momin is same during the period of occultation. On the basis of his faith he is sure that Imam (a.s.) sees him and he behaves accordingly. This matter is mentioned in the tradition of Kamaluddin by Shaykh Sadooq. Imam Sadiq (a.s.) narrates from his forefathers from Ali (a.s.) that one day he (Ali a.s.) was on the pulpit of Kufa. He (a.s.) said, "O Allah! The existence of Your Proof (Hujjat) upon Your creatures is certain. So that they may guide the people towards You. Teach them Your sciences so that Your Proof is not falsified and after Your guidance Your followers are not led astray. That Proof is either clear and it is disobeyed, or it is hidden or awaited. Even if at the time of guidance the Imam is not present among the people even then his knowledge and code of conduct is engraved on the hearts of believers, upon who the believers act." (Kamaluddin Vol. 1 Pg. 302) This well-known tradition has also been recorded in Al-Kafi and Ghaibat of Nomani with minor differences. It mentions knowledge, recognition (Marefat), attention and remembrance. Therefore, we must ponder upon it carefully in order to achieve the aim. |
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