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Shiavault - a Vault of Shia Islamic Books The Codes of Training Anger Anger and angst are a part of the human nature. They are present in the basic instinct of every person. This phenomenon rises from the heart and the mind of an individual. Then it assumes the shape of a flame and pervades the entire body. The eye and the visage become red, the limbs start shaking and froth comes forth from the mouth. The senses escape out of the control of the person.

The intelligence of the angry person disappears momentarily and in that condition there would be hardly any difference between him and a mad person. In this inebriated condition he might commit acts for which he would have to repent his entire life. Hazrat Ali says: Keep away from anger because it starts with rage and ends in remorse. [1] Imam Sadiq says: Anger is the key to all ills. [2] [1] Mustadrak, Vol. 12, Page 326. [2] Usool al-Kafi, Vol. 2, Page 303.

Anger is also harmful to the piety and faith of the person. It can nullify his good acts and make him a sinner. The Prophet of Islam has said: Angst destroys the piety of a person as vinegar does destroy good honey. [1] In a condition of frenzy a person utters unintelligent words and his actions are such that he becomes unpopular in the eyes of others. Hazrat Ali says: Anger is a bad companion which exposes the failings of a person. It brings him closer to evil and takes him away from good.

[2] Perpetual anger affects the heart and the nerves of a person. And makes them debilitated and weak. Therefore, a person who is concerned about his reputation, health and piety he must fight the bad instinct of anger with full force at his command, lest it destroy his nerves, repute and faith. It must also be borne in mind that anger is not unnecessary and harmful under all circumstances. At certain times its use is legitimate and advantageous.

It must be used judiciously when the situation demands. This instinct only helps one protect his life and property from vandals and undesirable elements. When the person has to protect his faith, his country or to defend the humanity in general, the instinct of anger will be a part of [1] Usool al-Kafi, Vol. 2, Page 302. [2] Mustadrak, Vol. 2, Page 326. his chivalry.

Without the presence of this instinct a person will be in the ranks of cowards who bow down their heads to any insults or ill treatment from others, If the instinct of anger remains in the control of the instinct of wisdom, it can be an asset for a person.