A question about the impact of arrogance on acts of worship, particularly in prayer and fasting.
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Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessings.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei and Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sistani (may God protect them):
Arrogance that occurs after the act of worship does not nullify it. However, if it occurs during the act of worship and contradicts the intention of seeking closeness to God—such as if it reaches the point of boasting about the act or feeling superior due to it—then it nullifies the worship. Otherwise, it does not nullify it.
May you be successful in all good.
Source:
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei (may God protect him): Tahrir al-Wasilah, Prayer, Actions of Prayer, Intention
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sistani (may God protect him): Minhaj al-Salihin, Vol. 1, Prayer, Intention, M 569