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Shiavault - a Vault of Shia Islamic Books Anecdotes of The Ahlul Bayt The Islamic Way of Life Last Advice Imam Musa al-Kazim’s (‘a) mother and Imam Jafar al-Sadiq’s (‘a) wife, Umme Hameeda was sitting in her home, bereaved by the passing away of her beloved husband and Imam. She noticed a very close friend of her husband, Abu Basir, among those who had come to condole with the family of the Imam (‘a) . They both wept silently. Umme Hameeda then addressed Abu Basir.

“During the last moments of his life, the Imam (‘a) suddenly opened his eyes and insisted upon seeing all his relatives, friends and close associates as soon as possible. We were much concerned as the manner of demanding their presence was almost a command. All those who could, arrived immediately.

On seeing them, the Imam said, ‘Our intercession will certainly not reach those who disregard prayer.’ These were his last words of advice to all who loved him.” The Greater Worship Imam Jafar al-Sadiq (‘a) one day noticed that a constant visitor had not attended his discourse for many days. He asked his friends if they had any knowledge about his whereabouts.

‘Ya ibne Rasool Allah, he is going through a great financial crisis and is on the verge of poverty.’ ‘What is he doing about it?’ the Imam (‘a) asked.

‘Nothing, he is seen constantly praying in a corner of the house.’ ‘How does he make both ends meet?’ ‘One of his friends is providing for him and his family.’ ‘By Allah, his friend’s act is far, far greater in worship than his.’ Solving Problems Sufwan was present in the company of Imam Jafar al-Sadiq (‘a) when a citizen of Mecca arrived, extremely distressed about something. He sat beside the Imam (‘a) and described his problem in detail.

It was a financial problem gone awry due to mismanagement by both parties. The Imam (‘a) immediately ordered Sufwan to go with the believer and help him solve his problem. Sufwan did as he was asked, and solved the problem with the wisdom and resources Allah had blessed him with.