In Sermon (112), Imam Ali (a.s.) emphasizes the importance of asceticism (Zuhd) and God-consciousness (Taqwa). This sermon was delivered during a time when Muslims were at risk of being swayed by worldly pleasures and luxuries. The Imam begins by praising Allah and declares Taqwa as the provision for the journey to the Hereafter. This God-consciousness protects individuals from disobedience and instills a sense of fear in their hearts.

He explains that this world is transient and ever-changing. People accumulate wealth but cannot take it with them when they die. In contrast, the key to success in the Hereafter lies in Taqwa, which encourages righteous deeds. The Imam warns that the joys of this world are deceptive, and one must be cautious of their allure.

He also points out that the reality of everything in this world is greater than merely hearing about it, while the reality of the Hereafter is far more significant than hearing. Furthermore, he stresses that what Allah has made lawful is far more abundant than what is prohibited, urging people to embrace the vastness of the lawful.

The Imam's advice is to focus on one's actions and to fear the sudden arrival of death, as there is no hope for the return of life once it has passed. This sermon serves as a reminder of the ephemeral nature of this world and the eternal significance of the Hereafter.