The Ahl al-Bayt are the Door to the Treasures of Wisdom and Knowledge
An excerpt from Nahjul Balagha (Peak of Eloquence) by Imam Ali ibn Abu Talib (s.a.):
"Remember, that we are the Ahl al-Bayt of the Holy Prophet. We are his true companions; we are trustees and treasurers of the knowledge granted to him and we are the doors through which one can reach this store-house of wisdom and learning. It is unlawful to enter a house but through its door, and he who disregards this principle is a trespasser or a thief.
"The Ahl al-Bayt own and possess in their deeds and words the excellence and nobleness which the Holy Qur'an preaches. They are the treasure-houses of the Mercy and Benevolence of God, and they are the sources from which real wisdom and true knowledge, destined by Him for man, can be obtained.
"Their (successors of Prophet Muhammad (s.a.)) speeches contain nothing but truth. If they do not speak about any subject, it is not because they do not know anything about it or anyone else could speak better, but simply because it is advisable not to speak then. It is imperative on the man, who has been destined by God to guide humanity, to explain things correctly and truly to his followers; he should utilize his wisdom for their well-being; he should think more of the next world and teach people to attach more importance to it - because from there they have come, and to there they will have to return."
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