In the other stage of ‘ujb the individual considers himself as superior to others, and regards himself as better than other human beings. He considers himself to be more pious than others and considers his own faith to be sounder than that of other believers. He considers himself to be more perfect and unfailing than…
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In the next state [of ‘ujb], the individual considers…
In the next state [of ‘ujb], the individual considers himself worthy of being rewarded by God Almighty in return for his faith, good behavior, and good deeds, and considers it obligatory on God to befriend him in this world and grant him higher stations in the Hereafter. He counts himself among the true believers and…
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The second level [of ‘ujb] is the state in which an individual…
The second level [of ‘ujb] is the state in which an individual is exultant in his heart taking a coquettish air before God. This attitude is different from the one of conferring a favor on God, though many people see no difference between these two states. In this state the individual considers himself as a…
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As far as the doctrinal tenets are concerned…
As far as the doctrinal tenets are concerned, Islam maintains that it is not enough just to acknowledge them unquestioningly or as a family tradition. It is the duty of every individual to believe in them independently and voluntarily after having been convinced of their truth. From Islamic point of view worship is not confined…
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According to traditions…
According to traditions, the main characteristic of the Ummah of the last Prophet is ‘self-sacrifice’. In an Islamic society, if we promote standing up for our individual rights instead of calling people to self-sacrifice, then we might uproot the virtues of the Muslim Community. It is desirable for a human being to stand up for…
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