Abu Ja`far Muhammad b. `Ali al-Baqir (as) said: O Jabir! Is one who pretends to uphold Shiism (tashayyu`) satisfied with the claim that he loves us, the Ahl al-Bayt? By Allah, our Shi`a are only those who fear and obey Allah. They would not be recognized except by their humility, meekness, trustworthiness, frequent remembrance of Allah, fasting, praying, being good to parents; supporting the neighbours who are poor, less fortunate, in debt, and orphaned; honesty, recitation of the Quran, and holding their tongues regarding the people except in goodness. They are the trustees of their people in the matters. Jabir said: O son of the Messenger of Allah! We do not know anyone today with these qualities. So, he (as) said: O Jabir, do not be carried away by the sects – a man says: “I love `Ali, and I align with him”, then he does not follow that up with action. If he were to say “Surely, I love the Messenger of Allah” – for the Messenger of Allah (s) is better than `Ali (as) – then he does not follow his way or act by his Sunna, then his love for him would not benefit him at all. So, fear Allah, and act by that which is with Allah. There is no relationship between anyone and Allah. The most beloved and most noble of servants to Allah are those who are the most Godfearing and obedient to Him. One does not get closer to Allah except through obedience. Without it, one is not prevented from the Fire, nor does he have a legitimate argument with Allah. Whomever obeys Allah is our friend, and whomever opposes Allah is our enemy. Our wilaya is only upheld by actions and piety.”