The Impact and Philosophy of Knowing God: A Remarkable Saying of Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (peace be upon him)

The Impact and Philosophy of Knowing God

Knowing God is one of the most fundamental factors in protecting individuals from trials. Understanding the philosophy behind this and its effects is a crucial matter that requires due consideration. In this regard, the following saying has been presented:

Imam al-Sadiq (peace be upon him) said:

"Whoever knows God, fears Him; and whoever fears God, fear of God motivates him to obey Him and to adopt His discipline. So give glad tidings to those who obey and are disciplined by God’s discipline and to those who follow God’s commands that it is incumbent upon God to save them from the misleading trials."
(Usul al-Ustah, T - Dar al-Shabistri), p. 50

Observations, Strategies, and Guidance on the Impact and Philosophy of Knowing God

1. One of the impacts and philosophy of knowing God is that someone who gains knowledge of God becomes fearful of Him, creating a sense of reverence.

2. Another impact of this reverential fear of God leads to obedience and compliance with God’s will.

3. This reverential fear also cultivates discipline and proper conduct in an individual.

4. The great philosophy and impact of obeying God’s commands leads to protection from misleading trials. Therefore, knowing God, when accompanied by obedience to God’s commands and guidance, protects individuals from trials.

5. God-knowing and monotheism are among the most important missions of prophets and Imams (peace be upon them), as they protect people, especially during times of trials.

6. Knowing God must be accompanied by understanding God’s commands and guidance for a healthy life. Simply knowing God is not enough; human salvation from trials requires knowledge and awareness of God’s verses and guidance, and utilizing them.

7. Knowing God can inspire individuals with positive energy, a desire to know God’s commands and guidance, and to benefit from them, leading to success.

8. Factors influencing the Ministries of Education and Higher Education, Islamic Universities, the Ministry of Guidance, educational centers, cultural organizations, promoters, and the media, especially television and radio, are highly effective in familiarizing people with God and His guidance, proportionate to their influence. Therefore, they should pay more attention to their opportunities for impact.

9. The content of textbooks and non-textbooks, literature (poetry, stories, and prose), games, stationery, the virtual space, programs, media, newspapers (especially television and radio), screenplays, films, and other messaging formats (posters, paintings, book covers, banners, advertisements), and the educational role of parents, educators, teachers, and professors, as well as the actions of officials and urban culture, all influence the conveyance of an Islamic perspective on knowing God and becoming familiar with His commands. Therefore, all the mentioned aspects should be utilized to create a sublime understanding of God and His commands and guidance, thereby achieving effective elevation.

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