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Some people have a gift for persuasion: they may say something without any particular intention, yet it affects their listeners. Should such people practise spiritual self-scrutiny to guard against this, or is it simply a good thing in itself?
َّهِ الرَّحْمنِ الرَّحيمِ
People who have the gift of persuasion should cultivate noble character and adorn themselves with piety, so that they do not fall into the traps of ostentation, seeking recognition, self-conceit and pride. A close study of religious texts and regular engagement with the Ṣaḥīfa al-Sajjādiyya are recommended as ways to nurture spiritual and emotional well-being and strengthen the heart.
These individuals must cultivate noble character and be clothed in the garment of piety, for they may fall prey to such spiritual afflictions as ostentation, seeking to be heard and praised, self-conceit, and arrogance.
The Sermon of the Pious, Imam Ali’s letter to Imam Hasan in Nahj al-Balagha, and Supplications 8, 20, 17, and 23 of al-Sahifa al-Sajjadiyya are valuable resources for spiritual and inner well-being and preparation.
Those who speak must also ensure the soundness of their words, since the persuasive force of speech may distract people from considering its reliability and assessing it carefully. This makes a thorough, systematic study of religious texts essential.
And so on …
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