His Eminence, Grand Ayatollah Al-Najafi Emphasize to Eid Well-Wishers Self-Accountability and Behavioral Reform His Eminence, Grand Ayatollah Al-Najafi (may Allah prolong his life), welcomed Iraqi and international delegations who extended their congratulations on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr 1/4/2025 ![]() |
During his
conversation with the visitors, His Eminence offered a series of paternal
counsels and guidance, emphasizing the necessity for believers to adhere to the
religious and ethical teachings of Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them), as it is
the righteous path leading to the pleasure of Almighty Allah. His Eminence
highlighted the importance of utilizing visits to the sacred shrines as
opportunities for self-reformation and the transformation of negative behaviors
into virtuous ones. He stressed that the Imams of Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon
them) urged continuous self-accountability to identify and rectify mistakes and
harmful habits. Furthermore, he asserted that "the sign of an accepted
pilgrimage is the positive change in an individual's behavior." Grand Ayatollah
Al-Najafi Al-Najafi (may his shadow endu adhere to the religious and ethical
teachings of Ahl al-Bayt (peace be upon them), as it is underscored the
necessity for a person to engage in daily self-reckoning, evaluating all
actions based on what is right and wrong, as well as what earns divine
approval. He urged believers to strive for self-improvement and the
reinforcement of righteous deeds to ascend in levels of piety and nearness to
Allah.
Concluding his address, His Eminence urged the faithful to show care and support for orphans, maintaining regular contact with them and assisting them both financially and morally. He emphasized that these orphans are a trust upon the shoulders of every member of the Iraqi people. |