Signs Of Wretchedness

In Tafseer Roohul-Ma’aani it is stated:

The signs of wretchedness are five:

1) Hardness (mercilessness, remorselessness, etc.) of the heart.

2) Lifelessness (dryness, apathy) of the eyes.

3) Desire for the Dunya.

4) Distant hopes (for things related to this Dunya).

5) Lack of modesty (shame).