He must visit sick persons and sympathize with them...

He must visit sick persons and sympathize with them, should be like a father to orphans, and should participate in all works of general welfare, and should be helpful to those in distress. A Greek remained with `Ali (a.s.) for a considerable period, making inquiries about Islam. Once he was convinced of the truth of Islam, he embraced Islam at the hands of `Ali (a.s.). Then, `Ali (a.s.) informed him about his duties as a Muslim.

During that discourse, he said: I direct you to help your brethren who are the followers of Muhammad (peace be upon him and his progeny) and mine, assist them from the wealth which Allah has given you, fulfil their needs, redress their troubles and behave with them, with…