[6] This is the meaning of a well-known divine saying...

[6] This is the meaning of a well-known divine saying reported from the Prophet (PBUHH): “I am the best of partners. Whoever associates another with Me in his work, I will leave that work to his partner, for I accept only deeds that are purely for Me” . [7] 2. Social disorder Hypocrisy and sum’ah also cause many social problems. Hypocrites focus only on outward appearances and ignore the inner truth of their actions. Their outer life appears neat, but their inner self is corrupt.

Their social systems are mere facades, lacking the reality that brings blessing and progress to a community. Their thoughts and deeds are shallow and without depth. They care only for quantity, not quality, especially in matters unseen by others. Such societies inevitably decline and collapse, facing a bitter destiny. [8] Imam Ali’s (AS) Description of Hypocrites In Nahj al-Balagha, Imam Ali (AS) divides people into four groups in terms of their worldliness.

One group consists of those who use religion as a means to achieve worldly gain. By doing this, they destroy both the world of others and their own religion. He describes them as follows: “Another group seeks worldly gain through deeds of the Hereafter. They do not pursue spiritual positions through worldly acts. They show humility and modesty; their steps are short and pretentious; they gather their garments neatly and appear like true believers.

They use the garment of faith as a cover for hypocrisy, double-dealing, and worldly desire”. [9] Such people seem humble, calm, and dignified. They adorn themselves with the slogans of the righteous and misuse God’s concealment of faults to persist in disobedience. The Superficial Faith of Hypocrites Although these people may outwardly profess faith in God and the Resurrection, true faith has not penetrated their hearts.

Otherwise, how could they trade such a precious treasure for such a trivial price? Therefore, the traditions say that on the Day of Resurrection, when all veils are lifted, they will be called out as: “O disbeliever! O sinner! O traitor! O loser! Your deeds are nullified, your reward is gone, and no path of salvation remains for you. Go and seek your reward from the one for whom you performed your deeds” .

[10] Human Dislike for Hypocrisy Just as we humans expect sincerity from others in their behavior toward us, surely God also desires that His servants perform their deeds sincerely for His pleasure alone.