What is regarded as Intellect

The Prophet (SAWA) said, ‘Indeed among the signs of intellect are withdrawal from the Abode of Delusion [i.e. this worldly life] and frequenting instead the Abode of Eternity, making provisions for the sojourn in the graves and preparation for the Day of Resurrection.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘The intellect of every man can be determined by the words that flow on his tongue.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘Your messenger is the interpreter of your intellect, and your letter is more eloquent at expressing your true self.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘There are six things by which people s intellects may be tested clemency at the time of anger, patience at the time of fear, calculation when faced with a desire, Godwariness at all times, amicableness, and minimal engagement in disputation.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘There are six things by which men s intellects may be tested the company they keep, their dealings, where their allegiance lies, their disassociation from people, their wealth and their poverty.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘People s intellects can be tested when they speak impulsively.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘A man s opinion is the measure of his intellect.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘The abundance of reason is an indication of flourishing intellect.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘When intellect is complete speech decreases.

Imam Ali (AS) said, ‘He whose intellect is perfected regards carnal desires with disdain.