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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Sometimes the cause of change…
Sometimes the cause of change of means of subsistence is the individual himself, in the way that if an individual appreciates a God-given blessing, makes good use of it and treads the path of Allah, that blessing will be increased for him: ‘…If you are grateful, I would certainly give to you more.. Source: AT-TAWHID…
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