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Discussion of the Narrations

The Ineffectiveness of Lineage on the Day of Judgment

The Messenger of God said: “O Children of Hāshim! Let not people come to me with their deeds while you come to me with your lineages.”(409)

From the Prophet: “O Fāṭima, I cannot avail you against God in any way.”(410)

Note: The intention is not that lineage is effective in the afterlife but does not have the effect of righteous deeds. Rather, as evidenced by what the Noble Prophet said to Lady Fāṭima, the meaning is that mere lineage never has any effect, and the Day of Judgment is not like this world where certain advantages are assumed for lineages.