Letter (23): Will When Ibn Muljam struck his holy head, shortly before his death, he said as a will.
This letter is a will of Imam Ali (a.s.) that he conveyed shortly before his martyrdom after being struck by Ibn Muljam. Historically, this event took place in 40 AH when Imam Ali (a.s.) was fatally attacked. In this will, Imam Ali emphasizes two fundamental principles: not to associate partners with Allah and to preserve the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). These two principles are foundational to Islamic belief, and Imam Ali likens them to lamps that must be kept lit, underscoring their significance.
Imam Ali accepts his impending death as an inevitable reality and expresses no fear or aversion towards it. He likens his situation to that of a person who searches for water all night and finally reaches the spring in the morning. This analogy teaches us that death is a natural process and, for a believer, it is a means of attaining Allah's pleasure.
In his message, Imam Ali also highlights the importance of forgiveness. He states that if he forgives, it will be a source of divine pleasure for him. This carries a profound spiritual lesson that we should strive to forgive others for their wrongdoings so that Allah may also forgive us. It serves as a moral reminder to adopt this practice in our lives.
Finally, Imam Ali notes that he was a companion to his people until yesterday and today stands as a lesson for them. These words remind us to understand the transient nature of life and to take every moment seriously. Imam Ali's will serves as an important lesson not only for his followers but for all of humanity.
