The Imam meant to say that relationship with the Holy...

The Imam meant to say that relationship with the Holy Prophet or Imam Ali or lady Fatima has nothing to do with religion. Abdullah bin Abi Yafur narrated his beliefs to Imam Sadiq. Amr bin Hulayth also narrated his beliefs before Imam Sadiq and the Imam said to him: "O Amr! I swear by Allah that my faith as well as of my ancestors has been the same as narrated by you and we have remained steadfast in it. Do not forsake piety in any circumstances and do not utter anything other than ! a good one.

Do not say that you have guided yourself to the right path for it is Allah who has guided you. Hence thank Allah for the blessings which He has bestowed on you". Khalid Bajali, who was one of the companions…