This article is based on a short talk was given by Sh Mohammed Al-Hilli at a cemetery visit commemorating Mulla Ashgarali on 19 March 2016.

In our day-to-day discussion, we often use the term “I wish”. It may be in the context of a missed business opportunity, an item to purchase, a meeting with an individual, or any other once-in-a-lifetime chances. We may sit there and reflect on a chance that has passed.

Of course the most regretful situation that a human being will face is the Day of Judgement. In fact, one of the names of the Day of Judgement mentioned in the Holy Quran is “Yawm Al-Hasra” (The Day of Regret).