SHAFAQNA – Imam Ali (AS) said: Love of the world is the root and main centre of all mistakes [1]. The holy Quran has described the life of this world very clearly with plenty of warning for human beings not to fall into its traps. Ayah 20 of Surah Al-Hadeed says: “Know that worldly life is merely a sport and a pastime.†Ayah 64 of Surah Al-Ankabut says: “What is this worldly life except an amusement and a game?†Ayah 94 of Surah Al-Nesa says: “You crave the display of worldly life.†Ayah 29 of Surah Al-Najm says: “So shun anyone who avoids Us (God) and only wants worldly lifeâ€. Therefore, the only way to avoid mistakes in this world is to listen to God’s recommendation as mentioned in Surah Al-Asr: Swear by the time that human beings are in loss except those who believe, perform honourable deeds, encourage truth and recommend patience.
[1] Beharul Anwaar, Vol. 70, page 59; Kafi Vol. 2, page 130; Khesaal, Vol. 1, page 25.