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 وَبَشِّرْ الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا أَنَّ لَهُمْ قَدَمَ صِدْقٍ عِنْدَ رَبِّهِمْ

"...and convey glad tidings to the believers that they will have an exalted status with their Lord." (Surah Yunus 10:2)

Kulaini, through Ali Ibne Ibrahim, and Ayyashi, have reported that 'an exalted status' refers to the Holy Prophet (S) and the Holy Imams (a.s.), signifying their intercession and leadership. Kulaini also mentions in the same context that it pertains to the Wilayat (spiritual leadership) of Imam Ali (a.s.), which Ayyashi similarly confirms.

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 فَمَنْ أَظْلَمُ مِمَّنْ كَذَبَ عَلَى اللَّهِ وَكَذَّبَ بِالصِّدْقِ إِذْ جَاءَهُ أَلَيْسَ فِي جَهَنَّمَ مَثْوًى لِلْكَافِرِينَ. وَالَّذِي جَاءَ بِالصِّدْقِ وَصَدَّقَ بِهِ أُوْلَئِكَ هُمْ الْمُتَّقُونَ

Who is then more unjust than he who utters a lie against Allah and (he who) gives the lie to the truth when it comes to him; is there not in hell an abode for the unbelievers? And he who brings the truth and (he who) accepts it as the truth… these are they that guard (against evil). (Surah Zumar 39: 32-33)

Shaykh in Majalis and Ibne Shahr Aashob in Manaqib have narrated from Amirul Momineen (a.s.) that ‘Sidq’ (truthfulness) refers to the Wilayat of we Ahlul Bayt (a.s.).

Ali Ibne Ibrahim says: After this Imam mentioned about the enemies of Ahlul Bayt (a.s.) and about those who attribute false things to Allah and the Holy Prophet (S) and claim the position they do not deserve. Then he said:

Who is then more unjust than he who utters a lie against Allah and (he who) gives the lie to the truth when it comes to him…

It means the one who desires the right of Ahlul Bayt (a.s.) which was brought by the Holy Prophet (S). Then Allah mentioned the Holy Prophet (S) and Amirul Momineen (a.s.):

And he who brings the truth and (he who) accepts it as the truth… 39:33

In a tradition from Amirul Momineen (a.s.) in Majmaul Bayan and according to other Imams (a.s.) it means: ‘he who brings the truth’ refers to the Holy Prophet (S) and ‘(he who) accepts it’ refers to Ali Ibne Abi Talib (a.s.).

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 وَالَّذِينَ آمَنُوا بِاللَّهِ وَرُسُلِهِ أُوْلَئِكَ هُمْ الصِّدِّيقُونَ وَالشُّهَدَاءُ عِنْدَ رَبِّهِمْ لَهُمْ أَجْرُهُمْ وَنُورُهُمْ.

"Those who have faith in Allah and His messengers are the ones recognized as sincere and faithful by their Lord. They will have their reward and their guiding light." (Surah Hadid 57:19)

In Khisal, there is a tradition attributed to Amirul Momineen (a.s.), stating that there is no Shia who will experience certain circumstances that we have cautioned against. Upon their demise, they may face misfortune as compensation for their sins, such as the loss of wealth, the death of a child, or the affliction of a disease. If any sins remain, their soul will depart painfully. All Shia, upon death, are either Truthful or Martyrs because they have affirmed our Mastership. Their allegiance is to us, and their enmity arises on our account, aiming for Allah's pleasure. They uphold the true faith in Allah and His Prophet. Allah says:

"Those who have faith in Allah and His messengers..."

Majmaul Bayan contains a tradition from the Holy Prophet (S), explaining this verse:

"...they will have their reward and their guiding light..."

This signifies that they shall receive their reward for their worship and the light to guide them toward Paradise.

Ayyashi narrates from Minahal Qassab that he requested Imam Sadiq (a.s.) to pray for him to attain martyrdom. The Imam responded that anyone, in whatever condition they pass away as a believer, is considered a martyr. To support his statement, he quoted the same verse.

Additionally, Haris bin Mughira relates an account from his service to Imam Baqir (a.s.). The Imam explained that those who are aware of the Shia faith, await our pleasure, and engage in righteous deeds are as if they serve Qaem Aale Muhammad (a.s.) and have fought alongside him with their swords. In Allah's view, they are like those who served the Holy Prophet (S) in his tent and then were martyred in the path of Allah. The Imam pointed to the verse, saying it praises Shia.

In Tahzib, a person present in the service of Imam Zainul Aabedeen (a.s.) during a discussion about martyrs heard various opinions. Some argued that those who die of dehydration or are killed by wild beasts can be considered martyrs. However, others believed that only those who die in the path of Allah should be considered martyrs. The Imam responded that if that were the case, the number of martyrs would be significantly limited. He then recited the aforementioned verse, emphasizing that it praises their Shia.

Barqi, in Mahasin, narrates from Imam Husain (a.s.) who asserted that every Shia is either a 'truthful' or a martyr. When questioned about what constitutes martyrdom, the Imam referred to the verse in Surah Hadid.

Zaid Ibne Arqam, who was present, expressed surprise, as if he had never read the verse before. The Imam explained that if martyrdom were limited to certain circumstances, there would be very few martyrs indeed.

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 مِنْ الْمُؤْمِنِينَ رِجَالٌ صَدَقُوا مَا عَاهَدُوا اللَّهَ عَلَيْهِ فَمِنْهُمْ مَنْ قَضَى نَحْبَهُ وَمِنْهُمْ مَنْ يَنْتَظِرُ وَمَا بَدَّلُوا تَبْدِيلًا.

"Among the believers, there are those who remain true to the covenant they made with Allah. Some have already fulfilled their vows, while others are still awaiting their turn, and they have not wavered in the slightest." (Surah Ahzab 33:23)

The circumstances surrounding the revelation of this verse are explained in two aspects:

Firstly, it is said that the verse was revealed to praise Imam Ali (a.s.) and his close associates. As recounted in Majmaul Bayan, Imam Ali (a.s.) reported, "I, along with my uncle Hamza, my brother Ja’far, and my cousin Ubaidah, had made a pledge to the Holy Prophet (S) to carry out tasks for the pleasure of Allah and His Prophet. My companions remained steadfast and were the first martyrs in the path of Allah. Subsequently, I was entrusted with certain missions by Allah. Hence, Allah revealed this verse: '…so of them is he who accomplished his vow…' Those who fulfilled their promises were Hamza, Ja’far, and Ubaidah. As for me, I am patiently awaiting martyrdom, as I have not altered anything in the religion."

Additionally, Ibne Mahyar and Ali Ibne Ibrahim have narrated from Imam Baqir (a.s.), and in Ali Ibne Ibrahim's tradition, 'Nahab' signifies death.

Secondly, this verse is regarded as a commendation of the perfect believer. As Kulaini recounts from an authentic tradition by Imam Sadiq (a.s.), faithful individuals fall into two categories. The first group consists of those who have made a covenant with Allah and have fully honored their commitment. They are described in the verse: 'Of the believers are men who are true to the covenant which they made with Allah…' The second group comprises believers who are not immune to the trials and tribulations of this world and the hereafter. Their condition can be likened to a blade of grass, swaying in the wind or standing upright, depending on circumstances. These believers sometimes struggle with their desires but, ultimately, maintain their faith. They fear the worldly and heavenly consequences of their actions and may require intercession, unable to intercede for others themselves, but their ultimate fate is promising.

Imam Sadiq (a.s.) also affirmed that Allah mentioned certain individuals in the Quran with the verse: 'Of the believers are men who are true to the covenant which they made with Allah…' He assured them, "You have indeed fulfilled the promise Allah took from you, which is our Wilayat (leadership), and you have not replaced us with others."

Furthermore, Imam Sadiq (a.s.) conveyed that the Holy Prophet (S) told Imam Ali (a.s.), "O Ali, whoever befriends you has truly fulfilled their promise, while those who do not befriend you are still awaiting, and every day the sun that rises upon them is related to their sustenance and faith."

It is well-documented in numerous traditions that when Imam Husain (a.s.) was in the desert of Kerbala, after one of his companions was martyred, and another was about to bid farewell, the Imam would recite this very verse.

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 أُوْلَئِكَ الَّذِينَ أَنْعَمَ اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِمْ.

"Those are the individuals upon whom Allah has bestowed His blessings…" (Surah Maryam 19:58)

Sulaiman Dailami recounted an encounter in the presence of Imam Sadiq (a.s.). Abu Baseer, a devoted companion, entered breathlessly and, when questioned by the Imam, expressed his frailty and proximity to death, uncertain about his fate in the hereafter. The Imam responded, "Why do you speak in such a manner, O Aba Muhammad?" Abu Baseer replied, "Why should I not, my lord? Allah has mentioned us in the Quran."

The Imam explained that in the verse, 'prophets' signifies the Holy Prophet (S), 'the truthful' represents them, and 'the good' refers to all Shias. The Imam reassured him, saying, "You may retain the name 'good,' as that is how Allah has named you."

Kulaini narrates through reliable sources that Imam Baqir (a.s.) advised, "Assist me through piety. Those of you who meet Allah with piety will find salvation and closeness to Allah, as Allah states: 'And whoever obeys Allah and the Apostle…' The Apostle is from us, as are the truthful, martyrs, and pious. It is incumbent upon Allah to gather our Shias and friends with the prophets, the truthful, the martyrs, and the pious."

A tradition in Khisal attributes the Prophet (S) with saying, "There are three 'truthful' ones: Ali Ibne Abi Talib, Habib Najjar, and the believer from the people of Pharaoh."

In Uyoon Akhbar Ridha, it is narrated that the Holy Prophet (S) stated, "In every Ummah, there is one 'truthful' (Siddiq) and one 'discriminator' (Farooq), and in this Ummah, Ali Ibne Abi Talib (a.s.) is both the 'truthful' and the 'discriminator.'"

Ali Ibne Ibrahim relates that 'prophets' signify the Holy Prophet (S), 'truthful' is Ali Ibne Abi Talib (a.s.), 'martyrs' are Hasan and Husain (a.s.), and 'good' denotes the other holy Imams (a.s.). 

"...and a goodly company are they…" represents the Qaem Aale Muhammad (Imam Mahdi).

Ibne Mahyar cites Abu Ayyub Ansari as stating that the three 'truthful' individuals are Hizqeel, the believer from the people of Pharaoh, Habib Najjar, and Ali Ibne Abi Talib (a.s.), who is the greatest among them.

Imam Sadiq (a.s.) once recounted an encounter with an angel having twenty heads who declared the Prophet to be the most esteemed before Allah among all creatures. The angel's name was Mahmud, and it was inscribed between his shoulders: "There is no god but Allah, Muhammad is the messenger of Allah, and Ali is the greatest truthful (Siddiq-e-Akbar)." When asked, the angel revealed that this inscription had been there for ten thousand years before Allah created Adam.

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 وَمَنْ يُطِعْ اللَّهَ وَالرَّسُولَ فَأُوْلَئِكَ مَعَ الَّذِينَ أَنْعَمَ اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِمْ مِنْ النَّبِيِّينَ وَالصِّدِّيقِينَ وَالشُّهَدَاءِ وَالصَّالِحِينَ وَحَسُنَ أُوْلَئِكَ رَفِيقًا.

"Those who heed the call of Allah and His Messenger shall find themselves in the esteemed company of those whom Allah has favored: the prophets, the sincere, the martyrs, and the righteous – what a noble companionship indeed!" (Surah Nisa 4:69)

In the book Misbahul Anwar, there is an account from Anas, who once witnessed the Holy Prophet (S) leading the morning prayers. Afterward, the Prophet turned to the gathering, and I inquired about the interpretation of the mentioned verse. He explained: 'Prophets' pertains to me, 'the sincere' refers to my dear brother Ali Ibne Abi Talib (a.s.), 'martyrs' alludes to my uncle Hamza, and 'righteous' includes my daughter Fatima (s.a.) along with her sons, Hasan and Husain (a.s.).

Kulaini, through Furat Ibne Ibrahim and Imam Ali (a.s.), narrates that when Allah assembles both past and future generations, seven of us will stand as the most virtuous among the descendants of Abdul Muttalib. Prophets are the highest of Allah's creations, with our Prophet surpassing them all.

Following the prophets are their successors, the finest among their respective communities, and our Prophet's successors excel above all previous successors. After them come the martyrs, with Hamza leading this esteemed group. Ja’far, blessed with wings by Allah, soars alongside angels in Paradise, a unique favor bestowed upon none before him, a blessing designated for the followers of Muhammad Mustafa (S).

Next in line are the grandsons of the Prophet (S), Hasan and Husain (a.s.), followed by the Mahdi of this Ummat, chosen by Allah from among our Ahlul Bayt as He pleases. The verse is a testament to this divine hierarchy.

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 Quranic verses based on the variations of the word ‘Truth’

يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا اتَّقُوا اللَّهَ وَكُونُوا مَعَ الصَّادِقِينَ.

O you who believe! be careful of (your duty to) Allah and be with the true ones. (Surah Tawbah 9:119)

Shaykh Tabarsi has said that in the recitation of Ibne Masood and Ibne Abbas it is: ‘be with the true ones.’ means that ‘follow the religion of the one practices what he preaches and be their friend and companion’.

And it is related from Ibne Abbas that ‘be with Ali and his companions’.

It is related from Imam Sadiq (a.s.) that be with the Aale Muhammad.

In Basair it is related from Imam Baqir (a.s.) that ‘Sadeqeen’ means ‘We.

And it is narrated from Imam Ridha (a.s.) that ‘sadeqoon’ means the Holy Imam (a.s.) who with their obedience are going to completely verify Allah and His Prophet (S).

And in Manaqib, from Sunni chains of narrators, it is narrated from Ibne Umar that ‘be with Muhammad and Ahle Bayt (a.s.).

In the book Kamaluddeen there is a tradition from Imam Ali (a.s.) that when this verse was revealed, Salman (r.a.) asked: O Messenger of Allah, is this verse general or special? The Prophet replied: It is ordered for all general people and all the Believers ordered to this. And ‘Sadeqeen’ are specially my brother Ali and after him his successors the day of judgement.

Shaykh Tusi in Majalis has narrated from Imam Sadiq (a.s.) that ‘be with the true ones.’ means ‘be with Ali Ibne Abi Talib (a.s.)’.

Ali Ibne Ibrahim has said that ‘Sadaqeen’ are the Holy Imams.