Anwār-e Ṣādiqīn

A Collection of the Luminous Sayings of the Holy Prophet and Imam Ja‘far al-Sadiq (a)

Research and Compilation: Sheikh Jawad Habib

Preface

In the name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful.
Praise belongs to Allah, the Lord of the worlds, and peace and blessings be upon our master and Prophet Muhammad al-Mustafa , and upon his pure and immaculate progeny, especially the Proof of Allah upon the earth.

The true capital of human happiness, success, and salvation lies in knowledge, faith, and righteous action. Through its authentic teachings, Islam has provided mankind with a path that leads not only to prosperity in this world but also to salvation in the Hereafter.

The Holy Prophet Muhammad , whom Allah sent as a mercy to all the worlds, is the eternal guide for humanity. His words and actions remain a beacon of guidance until the Day of Judgment. Likewise, Imam Ja‘far al-Sadiq (a), the fountainhead of knowledge and wisdom, is among the foremost leaders of the school of Ahl al-Bayt (a). His teachings continue to enlighten the minds and hearts of seekers of truth across every age.

This compilation presents a selection of the blessed sayings of the Holy Prophet and Imam Ja‘far al-Sadiq (a). These narrations address fundamental themes such as love for the Prophet and his family, the essence of faith, piety, spiritual struggle, renunciation of worldly excess, worship, and noble conduct. Together, they provide practical guidance for nurturing intellectual growth, spiritual elevation, and moral excellence.

Prepared on the auspicious occasions of the birth anniversaries of the Holy Prophet and Imam al-Sadiq (a), this humble work is offered as a gift to believers—especially the youth—so that they may reflect upon these pure teachings and strive to embody them in their daily lives.

Our earnest prayer is that this collection illuminates our hearts with the light of faith, elevates our vision, and enables us to live in accordance with the guidance of the Holy Prophet and Imam Ja‘far al-Sadiq (a).

Sheikh  Jawad Habib
2025

1. Love for the Prophet , Ahl al-Bayt, and the Qur’an

Prophet :
“Raise your children with love for me, love for my Ahl al-Bayt, and love for the Qur’an.”
Explanation: The foundation of faith begins with instilling deep affection for the Prophet , his purified family, and the Qur’an in the hearts of the next generation.

2. Obedience to the Divinely-Appointed Leader

Prophet :
“Listen to and obey the one whom Allah has granted authority, for indeed this obedience is the order of Islam.”
Explanation: True Islamic governance requires obedience to rightful leadership appointed by Allah, ensuring unity and discipline in the Muslim community.

3. Love and Enmity for Allah’s Sake

Prophet :
“Love for the sake of Allah, hate for the sake of Allah, befriend for the sake of Allah, and oppose for the sake of Allah. Indeed, the guardianship of Allah cannot be attained except through this. And no one will truly taste the sweetness of faith, even if his prayers and fasts are many, until he is like this.”
Explanation: Faith is not complete unless relationships are built upon divine values, not personal interests.

4. Love of the Prophet and Ahl al-Bayt Benefiting in Seven Places

Prophet :
“My love and the love of my Ahl al-Bayt will benefit at seven places where the terrors are immense:

1. At the time of death,
2. In the grave,
3. At resurrection,
4. At the receiving of the book of deeds,
5. At the reckoning,
6. At the weighing of deeds,
7. At the crossing of the Sirāt (bridge).”
   Explanation: Love for the Prophet and his family is a shield at life’s most critical and fearful moments.

5. Equality and Piety

Prophet :
“O people! Your Lord is one, and your father is one. All of you are from Adam, and Adam was created from dust. Indeed, the most honourable of you in the sight of Allah is the most God-conscious. An Arab has no superiority over a non-Arab except through piety.”
Explanation: Islam abolishes racial and tribal superiority, declaring piety as the only true measure of honour.

6. Definition of a Believer, Muslim, and Migrant

Prophet :
“A true believer is one from whom the lives and property of Muslims are safe. A Muslim is one from whose hand and tongue other Muslims are safe. And a Muhājir is the one who abandons sins and evil deeds.”
Explanation: Faith is defined by safety, peace, and moral transformation, not just rituals.

7. Neglecting Muslim Affairs

Prophet :
“Whoever wakes up without caring for the affairs of the Muslims is not one of them. And whoever hears a man calling out, ‘O Muslims, help me!’ but does not respond, is not a Muslim.”
Explanation: Social responsibility and collective care are inseparable from true Islamic identity.

Sayings of Imam Ja‘far al-Sadiq (a)

1. Completeness of Faith

Imam al-Sadiq (a):
“Whoever loves for the sake of Allah, hates for the sake of Allah, and gives for the sake of Allah, his faith is complete.”
Explanation: Faith matures when all emotions and actions are directed to Allah alone.

2. Superiority through Love

Imam al-Sadiq (a):
“When two Muslims meet, the better of the two is the one who has greater love for his brother.”
Explanation: Brotherhood in Islam is measured by sincere affection, not formality.

3. The Key to Goodness

Imam al-Sadiq (a):
“All goodness has been placed in a house, and its key is renunciation of the world.”
Explanation: Detachment from worldly greed opens the door to true virtue.

4. Signs of Divine Favor

Imam al-Sadiq (a):
“When Allah intends good for a servant, He makes him renounce the world, grants him deep understanding of religion, and shows him the flaws of this world. Whoever is given these, has been granted the good of this world and the Hereafter.”
Explanation: Detachment, knowledge, and insight are divine gifts leading to eternal success.

5. Awareness of Allah

Imam al-Sadiq (a):
“Fear Allah as if you see Him, and if you do not see Him, surely He sees you.”
Explanation: This is the essence of ihsan — worshiping with constant awareness of Allah’s presence.

6. The Best Worship

Imam al-Sadiq (a):
“The Commander of the Faithful (a) used to say: The best form of worship is chastity.”
Explanation: Purity and self-control are higher than rituals in spiritual value.

7. Abandoning Sin for Allah

Imam al-Sadiq (a) narrates:
“The Messenger of Allah said: Whoever abandons a sin out of fear of Allah, Allah will please him on the Day of Judgment.”
Explanation: Avoiding sin sincerely for Allah’s sake guarantees divine pleasure.

8. Allah’s Beloved Act

Imam al-Sadiq (a):
“Allah, the Exalted, said: My servant does not draw closer to Me with anything more beloved than performing what I have made obligatory upon him.”
Explanation: Obligatory duties are the foundation of nearness to Allah, beyond supererogatory acts.

9. Types of Worshippers

Imam al-Sadiq (a):
“Worshippers are of three kinds: some worship Allah out of fear — this is the worship of slaves. Some worship Allah seeking reward — this is the worship of hirelings. Some worship Allah out of love for Him — this is the worship of the free, and it is the best form of worship.”
Explanation: Worship rooted in love is the highest and purest form.

10. Eternity in Heaven and Hell

Imam al-Sadiq (a):
“The people of Hell will remain there eternally because their intention in the world was that if they were to live forever, they would disobey Allah forever. The people of Paradise will remain there eternally because their intention in the world was that if they were to live forever, they would obey Allah forever. Thus, both are eternal due to their intentions. Then he recited: ‘Say: Everyone acts according to his own manner (intention).’”
Explanation: The permanence of reward and punishment reflects the eternal inclinations and intentions of the soul.