“Riyah of a person depends upon his intention. In other words all such actions which a person performs to show off are Riyah whether those actions are related to the hereafter or this world. In all types of actions related above, riyah is not committed till one has the intention to show-off. But if one…
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If someone has committed Shirk with regards…
If someone has committed Shirk with regards to the acts of worship, he must repent sincerely and have a firm determination not to repeat his mistake. He should intend to perform all his deeds in the future for the sole purpose of achieving Allah’s pleasure. SOURCE: GREATER SINS V1 | AYATOLLAH DASTAGHAIB SHIRAZI (R)
The Holy Prophet (S) said, “Certainly what I fear for you most is…
The Holy Prophet (S) said, “Certainly what I fear for you most is the lesser Shirk.” Someone enquired, “O Prophet (S), what is meant by lesser Shirk?” He replied, “It is Riyah. When Allah would reward His creatures for their deeds on the Day of Judgement, He would address those who committed Riyah thus, ‘you…
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As ordered by the Ma’soom (A)…
As ordered by the Ma’soom (A) “The most thankful amongst you towards Allah is the one who is most thankful to the people (who have helped you).” There is no doubt that if one considers his helper to be the original doer of good (independent from Allah), he has surely committed Shirk. SOURCE: GREATER SINS…
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The worst sins are committed in the mind…
The worst sins are committed in the mind. An example is hypocrisy. As soon as hypocritical thoughts come to your mind, that good deed is abolished! Arrogance and selfishness are even worse. Arrogance is in the mind. It means looking only at your own effort and not at how many blessings God has given you….
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