Say: One whom you call ‘ear’ is best for you; He believes in...

Say: One whom you call ‘ear’ is best for you; He believes in Allah, safeguards the believers, and is a mercy for those of you who believe. And for those who harm the messenger of Allah, there shall be a painful torment.”1 1 Chapter 9, Verse 61 of the Holy Quran. Had I wished to name those who have called me so, to point out towards them, or to lead to them by their signs, I would have done so. Yet, by Allah, I have indeed dealt with their affairs magnanimously.

Nevertheless, Allah is not satisfied with me until I convey what He has sent down to me [regarding the right of Ali.].” Then, the Prophet (PBUH) recited (again the following verse): “O Messenger! Deliver what has been sent down to you from your Lord—with regard to Ali— and if you do not, you will not have conveyed His message at all, and Allah shall protect you from (evil) people.”1 1 Chapter 5, Verse 67 of the Holy Quran. Previous…