The Fruit of Self-Restraint

The Prophet (SAWA) said, ‘As for self-restraint, from it branches out satisfaction, resignation, good fortune, comfort, a sense of evaluation, humbleness, a sense of remembrance, contemplation, magnanimity and generosity. These are the many ramifications for the intelligent man who practices self-restraint and is satisfied with Allah and with his share.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘Self-restraint weakens carnal desire.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘The fruit of self-restraint is contentment.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘The fruit of self-restraint is preservation [of oneself].

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘He who practices self-restraint, his burden decreases and his worth in Allah s eyes increases.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘Actions are purified through practice of self-restraint.