9- Imam Ali (PBUH) is the most virtuous amongst the creation...

9- Imam Ali (PBUH) is the most virtuous amongst the creation of Allah so long as creation exists. 10- Imam Ali (PBUH) was foremost in accepting Islam and worshipping Allah. 11- Imam Ali (PBUH) fought against the enemies of Allah by His command and was the greatest helper of religion. 12- Imam Ali (PBUH) was the greatest aid and defender of the Prophet (PBUH&HF). He fought on his behalf and offered his life as a sacrifice for him.

His relation to the Prophet (PBUH&HF) was that of Aaron to Moses (PBUT).