Part of Concepts of Ahl as-Sunnah (series completed)
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Summary of Sunni concepts | Concept (647) | Integrity
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A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah.
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Steadfastness (istiqamah).
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Allah has commanded steadfastness in His Noble Book.
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He said:
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“So tread thou the straight path as thou art commanded, and those who turn (unto Allah) with thee, and transgress not. Lo! He is Seer of what ye do.” (11:112)
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"Indeed, He is All-Seeing of what you do."
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And the Almighty also said:
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"So take a straight course to Him and seek His forgiveness."
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The Messenger, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, also commanded it, saying:
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"Say, 'I believe in Allah,' and then remain steadfast."
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Narrated by Muslim.
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Steadfastness is moderation and moving forward upon the path.
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Without deviation or crookedness.
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This is why the path to Allah, for which the believers seek guidance, is described
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as the Straight Path.
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Moderation and the absence of deviation mean adhering to justice between the two extremes of excess and negligence.
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Thus, steadfastness means maintaining a middle ground between these two extremes.
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It is synonymous with the concept of the middle way (wasatiyyah).
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It is a comprehensive term that encompasses the entirety of the religion.
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It applies to belief, worship, law, and ethics.
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A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah.