about what he will undergo after death, instead of what the fate of his grave will be.TAZKIYAH AND MODESTYTazkiyah can have its effect only on a modest person. Modesty enables one to accept the truth and

form of worship. This remembrance of God is what is most desired of a human being. Therefore, the Quran adjures us to remember God very frequently (33:41). What is meant by remembrance of God? It does not

and to exploit the weak. But to do this is to take the surest road to hell. Only those who consider what is right, irrespective of circumstances or of the individuals they deal with, will prove themselves

behave in a troublesome way, the best way to react is with mildness and circumspection, and no matter what the provocation, one should endeavour to be impartial and just. The manner in which people respond

you prefer the life of this world, although the Hereafter is better and more lasting. This indeed is what is taught in the former scriptures— the scriptures of Abraham and Moses. (87:14-19)

a habitat where he will have the opportunity to live eternally in a world which is to his liking. What man has to do here is to understand the creation plan of the Creator and prepare himself accordingly

accordingly. God is the Creator of man but determining one’s future is totally in the hands of man. What man has to do is to develop such a personality as will make him a deserving candidate for Paradise in the

world. Man lives in this world amidst a multitude of divine blessings, yet he remains ungrateful. What is the reason for this? The reason is that whatever man receives, he gives himself rather than God

How did he receive the place of honour? Through his connections and relations, etc. In this way, what happens is that everything man receives from God is attributed to someone else, rather than to God

absorb any shock that comes from others. You will remain cool and level-headed in every situation. What is the rationale behind the ‘love-all’ formula? It is that every other person is your benefactor.

culture. We are living in a civilization. Whatever we make use of is a gift of this civilization. What is civilization? It is an advanced stage of refinement in ethical and material matters resulting from

SUCCESSFUL MARRIAGEThrough Adjustment Live with them in accordance with what is fair and kind; if you dislike them, it may be that you dislike something which God might make a source of abundant good.

and comfort of a perfect and eternal life. Today, intellectual Paradise; tomorrow, Paradise itself. What could possibly be greater? Unlike other beings, we are conscious of the past, the present and the

alone. Everyone’s interests, considerations and choices vary. Everyone has a personal, unique view of what is good, bad, and ideal. Owing to this state of affairs, the achievement of the personal ideal is