Mawla-e-Ka’inat, Sayyiduna Ali رَضِىَ اللّٰهُ عَـنْهُ replied: “If you desire my pleasure, then fulfill the rights of people completely.” ^([1])

صَلُّوۡا عَلَى الۡحَبِيۡب                          صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلٰى مُحَمَّد

Dear Islamic brothers! In this lesson-filled incident, there are many Madani pearls for us to learn. First of all, observe how humble Sayyiduna Ali al-Murtada كَرَّمَ اللهُ وَجْهَهُ الْكَرِيم was. He was Ameer-ul-Mu’minin, the Caliph of the Muslims, yet despite this, he would go to the marketplace like an ordinary person, without any protocol. Then reflect upon the fact that the man, out of ignorance, Allah forbid, pushed him. This was an act of disrespect, yet even then, Sayyiduna Ali al-Murtada رَضِىَ اللّٰهُ عَـنْهُ did not punish him in any way.

The Humility and Modesty of Sayyiduna Ali رَضِىَ اللّٰهُ عَـنْهُ

سُـبْحٰـنَ الـلّٰــه! May Allah Almighty grant us as well the wealth of humility and modesty. It is narrated that during his era of Caliphate, despite being Ameer-ul-Mu’minin, Sayyiduna Mawla Ali رَضِىَ اللّٰهُ عَـنْهُ would visit the marketplace. If someone dropped something, he would pick it up with his own hands. If someone lost their way, he would guide them. If someone was carrying a heavy load, he would help them. This was the practical example of humility, compassion, and service to people demonstrated by Sayyiduna Ali al-Murtada رَضِىَ اللّٰهُ عَـنْهُ.^([2])

If only we too were to adopt humility!

Gaining a position, receiving a high rank, or becoming wealthy does not mean that we fall prey to arrogance, frown upon the poor, or look down on others. No, never should this be our attitude. We must help the creation of Allah Almighty, be of benefit to people, and support the poor. Sadly, in our society, people even feel ashamed of doing their own work. If only, by the blessing of