Who is a Believer?

Slide 1: Who is a believer ? In the light of sayings of Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib (A)

Slide 2: The believer is one with whom people’s life, wealth, and dignity are secure.

Slide 3: He has strong religious convictions. He is very eager to understand the religious teachings.

Slide 4: In pursuing his aims, he achieves perseverance by combining endurance and wisdom.

Slide 5: When rich, he does not forget moderation; when poor, he forbears without sacrificing his dignity.

Slide 6: When powerful, he forgives easily. He is generous in appropriate ways.

Slide 7: In all inquiries, he aspires to increase his knowledge and understanding.

Slide 8: His behavior is gentle. His actions and walk reflect modesty.

Slide 9: He faces calamities with patience and never becomes panic- stricken.

Slide 10: People enjoy his affection and calmness. He is ready to bear pain in order to comfort others.

Slide 11: He is sincere in his friendship. He honors his promises.

Slide 12: Although he is criticized, he never criticizes anyone.

Slide 13: In his judgements, he is neither oppressive nor unfair.

Slide 14: He helps the oppressed and is concerned about the deprived. He does not abandon those in distress; he tries his best to relieve their burdens.

Slide 15: His earnings are pure and legitimate.

Slide 16: When infuriated, he behaves justly.

Slide 17: In his treaties, he is firm and consistent. In his friendships, he is faithful and avoids meddling.

Slide 18: He respects the rights of those who are absent. He accepts the apologies of those at fault.

Slide 19: He is generous without being extravagant or wasteful.

Slide 20: He is kind and compassionate to the poor and weak. Anyone can expect his assistance during difficulties.

Slide 21: He does not forget those who are good to him; he is grateful.

Slide 22: He guides those who seek advice.

Slide 23: He assists those who have assisted him.

Slide 24: He does not divulge people’s secrets. He does not inquire into affairs which do not concern him. He is honest and trustworthy.

Slide 25: He avoids coercion, ignorance and lies. He keeps away from evil.

Slide 26: He raises questions in order to increase his knowledge and keeps silent in order to avoid mistakes.

Slide 27: He combines conscience and patience in his behavior. He communicates with others so that his knowledge may be increased.

Slide 28: His livelihood is earned in an honorable way.

Slide 29: He treats people kindly and affectionately. He is conscious and affable.

Slide 30: He tries not to hurt anyone; people are safe with him. He deals fairly with all.

Slide 31: In his actions towards others, he respects justice. He does unto others as he likes done unto him.

Slide 32: To those near him, he is a friend and helper. To the orphans, he is like a father.

Slide 33: He is not crude or rude toward his inferiors. He is not idle.

Slide 34: He follows the examples of good leadership demonstrated by his predecessors.

Slide 35: He sets a good example for those who succeed him.

Slide 36: His good deeds are not performed for the sake of show. He is not hypocritical in his actions.

Slide 37: He does not abandon a benefaction at the pretext of embarrassment.

Slide 38: He is not boisterous. He does not take credit for the good deeds of others.

Slide 39: He is not proud or selfish.

Slide 40: He speaks only the truth. He is moderate and wise.

Slide 41: There is no flaw, laxity or partiality in his judgments.

Slide 42: He is not disgraced by love of food. He is not governed by his whims and sexual desires; he can control them.

Slide 43: He is not envious. He is not hasty.

Slide 44: He does not pounce nor insult others.

Slide 45: He does not degrade anyone nor backbite.

Slide 46: He is not slack nor dishonorable.

Slide 47: If he keeps away from someone, it is not due to arrogance. If he associates with someone, it is not in order to be deceptive or spy.

Slide 48: He does not lose countenance in the face of violence and calamity.

Slide 49: When affluent, he does not become proud.

Slide 50: He does not fall into the same difficulty twice.

Slide 51: May God bless us to become true believers