According to Khabaronline news agency, Hojjat al-Islam wal-Muslimeen Ahmad Motahari, originally from This week’s Friday prayer sermons Advising the worshipers to observe divine piety, Tabriz emphasized the necessity of avoiding sins along with performing worship and good deeds, and explained the position of Hazrat Fatima Zahra (PBUH), the importance of hijab and chastity, the social and economic responsibilities of officials, and the political developments of the region and the world.
According to Mehr’s narration, Motahari Asl stated that God’s piety is the most important capital of human life and said: All believers must order each other to observe piety, seek righteousness and persevere in the divine path, and this responsibility is not only directed to others, but each person must consider himself bound to observe piety before advising others.
Pointing out that many people are people who pray, worship, attend mosques and religious groups, and perform acts such as Ashura pilgrimage and Arbaeen pilgrimage, he warned against committing sins along with these acts and said: Performing acts of worship alone is not enough to achieve spiritual happiness and a person should be careful not to destroy the effects and rewards of his good deeds with wrong behaviors.
The Friday Imam of Tabriz stressed that some sins lead to dereliction of duty and added: A person may strive for a long time to perform worship and gain rewards, but by committing some sins, he loses the spiritual value of these efforts. Therefore, taking care of the language, behavior and rights of others should always be the concern of believers.
To explain the effects of the sin of backbiting, he pointed to a story from the time of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) and said: It is mentioned in a story that a man went to the Prophet and informed about the fasting of his daughters and asked for permission for them to break the fast, but the Prophet said that his daughters did not fast.
Motahari Asal continued: The father returned to the girls in surprise and asked them about the matter. The girls also confirmed by swearing that they were fasting and did not eat anything. When the matter was again conveyed to the Prophet, the Prophet explained that they had not consumed anything in terms of food, but they had been absenting themselves from the faithful men and women during the day.
Pointing out that in this narration, backsliding is likened to eating the flesh of a dead brother, he pointed out: This story shows how much sins such as backsliding can affect the spiritual works of a person, and believers should avoid such behaviors in addition to paying attention to worship.
Hazrat Zahra (pbuh) is the center of the story of Hadith Kasa
In another part of his speech, the representative of the jurist in East Azerbaijan addressed the position of Ahl al-Bayt (a.s.) and the virtue of hadith kasa and by referring to the gathering of the Holy Prophet (s.a.), Commander of the Faithful Ali (a.s.), Fatima Zahra (a.s.), Imam Hasan (a.s.) and Imam Hussain (a.s.) under a robe, he emphasized the special place of Hazrat Zahra (a.s.) in this event.
Referring to the revelation of Jibreel Amin and the verse of purification in the honor of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS), he considered Hazrat Fatima Zahra (AS) to be the center of this enlightened group and emphasized the need to know more about her virtues and life.
Tabriz Friday imam also pointed to the spiritual effects of reciting the hadith of Kasa, and recommended that this noble hadith be read collectively in the environment of families, homes and mosques.
Motahari Asl stated that gatherings of remembrance and appeal to Ahl al-Bayt (pbuh) are the basis for spiritual attention and strengthening of religious bonds in families, and he considered the recitation of hadith al-Kasa as one of the actions for which blessings such as the descent of divine mercy, removal of sorrow, openness in affairs and fulfillment of needs have been expressed in the traditions.
Hijab does not hinder women’s social activities
Khatib Juma of Tabriz further discussed the issue of hijab and chastity and emphasized that hijab is not a limitation for women, and stated: Hijab and chastity are factors in maintaining the dignity, security and peace of women in the society and should not be considered as an obstacle to the presence and social activities of women.
Referring to the capacities and capabilities of women in various fields, he said: veiled women can be active in universities, scientific centers, hospitals, political and economic institutions and other sectors of society and at the same time maintain their religious and moral values.
Mentioning the role played by women at the forefront of Islam, Motahari Asal recalled their presence in events such as the Battle of Uhud and said: Women at that time took care of the wounded, brought water to the warriors, and played a role in supporting the Islamic Front. Therefore, women’s social participation has no conflict with observing hijab and chastity.
He also pointed to the family life of Hazrat Fatima Zahra (pbuh), he listed a decent husband and the correct upbringing of children as one of the prominent virtues of her and emphasized the need for women to follow the example of the life of Hazrat Zahra (pbuh) in personal, family and social dimensions.
People’s insight in supporting the system and leadership is remarkable
In another part of his sermons, Imam Juma of Tabriz, appreciating the presence and companionship of different groups of people in different scenes, mentioned the families of martyrs, veterans, sacrificers, workers, academics, guilds and other social groups as parts of the society who stand by the work of the country and the system even in difficult situations.
Referring to the insight and awareness of the people of Iran in supporting the Islamic system and leadership, he said: The level of faith, knowledge and standing of the people in the current situation is remarkable and if there was such a level of companionship and stability during the era of some prophets and imams, the progress of God’s religion would have followed at a faster pace.
Motahari Assal emphasized the necessity of preserving this social capital and considered the cohesion and empathy of the people as one of the important factors for the country to overcome the problems and confront the pressures and conspiracies of the enemies.
Saving people has contributed to the stability of the energy network
Referring to the state of energy consumption in the country, the representative of Wali Faqih in East Azerbaijan appreciated the people’s cooperation in managing the consumption of electricity, gas and gasoline.
Stating that reforming the consumption pattern and preventing wastage requires public participation, he stated: People’s support and correct management of consumption has led to a noticeable reduction in consumption and wastage, and this cooperation plays an effective role in maintaining the stability of energy networks.
Motahari Asl further emphasized the need to pay attention to the quality and quantity of religious and cultural assemblies and gatherings and called for the strengthening of these circles in the society.
Referring to the importance of social solidarity, he considered national cohesion as one of the main components of confronting the plots of enemies and emphasized the necessity of following the guidelines and orders of the supreme leader of the revolution.
Officials should follow up people’s livelihood problems around the clock
Imam Juma of Tabriz, in another part of his speech, appreciated the efforts of the statesmen and executive directors, and emphasized the need to pay serious attention to the demands and problems of the people.
He said: “The officials should have the utmost kindness, compassion and respect in dealing with the people and by understanding the living conditions of the families, they should try to solve the economic and livelihood problems of the society.”
Stating that the welfare and economic issues of the people should not be sidelined, Motahari Asal demanded continuous follow-up of these demands from the managers and emphasized: Addressing the livelihood problems should be on the agenda of the officials around the clock in order to reduce the economic pressure on the people.
America’s enmity with Iran is not dependent on the change of governments
In the final part of the sermons, the representative of the Supreme Leader in East Azarbaijan addressed the international and regional political developments and, referring to the elections and the shifting of political currents in the United States and the Zionist regime, stated: The change of parties and governments in the United States or the change of political currents ruling the Zionist regime will not change the nature of their hostile approach towards the Islamic Republic of Iran.
He stated that opposition to independence and the system of the Islamic Republic is not limited to one party or political current, and emphasized: Hostile policies against Iran will not end with the change of individuals and governments, and the country must follow the path of strengthening its capabilities by fully recognizing this fact.
Referring to the strategy of a strong Iran and the emphasis of the Supreme Leader of the Revolution in this regard, Motahari Asal drew attention to the holy verse “Wa’edwa lahom ma statatum min quwa” and said: strengthening the country’s power in various fields is one of the basic necessities to deal with threats and preserve the independence of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Emphasizing the country’s reliance on its defense capabilities and popular support, he noted: The Islamic Republic of Iran will not surrender to threats and will give a decisive and regretful response in case of any aggression.
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