We must know that our cure in all stages is self-reform, such that we will never be needless of it, and without it, the difficulties of our affairs will never be solved.
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Reforming the prayers means reforming its apparent as well as its inner reality, and refraining from apparent and hidden evils. Amongst the ways of reforming prayers is seeking the intercession of the Imam seriously, just before starting the prayers.
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When encountered by afflictions, we have to look into the book of Shari'ah step by step. Wherever we find it clear and sound, we should step forward and act upon it and in doubtful instances we have to stop and have self-control.
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