Imam Khomeini sheds light on the subject as following:
Therefore, free yourself from the ignominy of ignorance and the disgrace of petty-mindedness; acquire the attributes of the prophets and shed the qualities of Satan.
Do not contend with your God regarding His mantle of Pride and Glory, as His wrath will subdue the contender and he will fall on his face into hell-fire.
If you make up your mind for rectifying your self, the way to do so is also easy if you are somewhat persevering.
According to Imam, You will not encounter any peril on this way if you move with manly resolve, freedom of thought, and high-mindedness.
The only way of overpowering your carnal self and repelling the insinuations of Satan is to act against their incitements.
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In whatever stage of pride you may be, and to whatever scientific or professional field you belong, you are advised to act against the inclinations and desires of the self, the founder of the Islamic Republic further explained.
By discovering and meditating about this-worldly and other-worldly consequences of pride, it is hoped, your journey will become easier and you will reach the desired goal.
If your self wishes that you should take the seat of chairmanship of the gathering or to take precedence over your colleagues and equals, you should act against its desire.
If your self incites you to refrain from joining the company of the poor and indigent, admonish it severely and resolutely go and sit in their company, dine with them and travel with them.
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