Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (a) quotes the Messenger of Allah (s) as having said...

Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (a) quotes the Messenger of Allah (s) as having said: “Indeed the most perfect among the believers is of the best of morals.”[^1] The Glorious Messenger (s) further told us that among the best deeds on the Resurrection Day are good manners. He said: “Nothing will be put on man's scale on Resurrection Day better than good manners.” ^2 It is obligatory for Muslims to improve their manners and to treat people gently and avoid those who are characterised by ill behaviour.

(s) himself, due to his truthfulness, honesty, and his fair dealing with people, forgiving evil-doers, and being generous, courageous, just, and the doer of good for all, is exemplary and the prime model of conduct for all Muslims to follow. The Holy Qur'an aptly and precisely describes and praises such people by saying: “And most surely you conform (yourself) to sublime morality.” Holy Qur'an (68:4) [^1]: Kulaini, Usul al-Kafi, vol.2, p.99. Previous…