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with others, we must build dimensions, bringing our (physical), mind (intellect), (emotion) and soul (spiritual) harmony with each other. Though we emphasize spirituality which is central, so long as we reside in a physical body and need to interact The belief in the Mahdi cannot be a mere tradition. We cannot sit on the fence and wait to see what happens.

Each of us must believe and prepare with all our strength, heart, mind and soul or at the very least make sure we do not become the obstacles to his return. We must have Islamic Values when preparing for the return of the Mahdi (atfs) and that includes being well rounded in every aspect. A person once built a house and showed it to Imam 'Ali (as). The Imam asked him why he had built a window in one room and he said it was to brighten the room.

The Imam said, if he done it with the intention to know when it is time for salaat, he would have gotten reward in the hereafter as well. This kind of character comes only from being well-rounded in all aspects. When our Youth choose their professions, let them give it a deeper meaning and do so with the intent and hope that their talent will be of service in the army of The Mahdi (atfs). We need to awaken and we need to bond with our Imam (atfs) before it is too late.

"The best struggle for the man is to fight against his own self and his ill-desire." (s) Previous…