Part of Concepts of Ahl as-Sunnah (series completed)
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Summary of Sunni concepts | Concept (587) | Reasons for reassurance and stability
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A summary of the concepts held by the Ahl al-Sunnah.
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The causes of tranquility and steadfastness.
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Among the things that bring about the tranquility and steadfastness of the heart:
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First:
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Faith in Allah the Exalted.
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Allah the Almighty said:
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“Allah confirmeth those who believe by a firm saying in the life of the world and in the Hereafter, and Allah sendeth wrong-doers astray. And Allah doeth what He will.” (14:27)
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Thus, Allah’s strengthening of the believers is realized through their faith.
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This occurs as they hold fast to the firm word.
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Just as Allah also strengthens them through His noble angels.
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Allah the Almighty said:
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“When thy Lord inspired the angels, (saying): I am with you. So make those who believe stand firm. I will throw fear into the hearts of those who disbelieve. Then smite the necks and smite of them each finger.” (8:12)
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Second:
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Constantly remembering Allah the Exalted.
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Allah the Almighty said:
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“Who have believed and whose hearts have rest in the remembrance of Allah. Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest!” (13:28)
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“Who have believed and whose hearts have rest in the remembrance of Allah. Verily in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest!” (13:28)
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Third:
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Among the most important causes of tranquility and serenity:
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Certainty and sincerity with Allah the Exalted.
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The Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, said:
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"Leave what makes you doubt for what does not make you doubt."
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"For truthfulness is tranquility, and lying is doubt."
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Narrated by al-Tirmidhi and Ahmad, and authenticated by al-Albani.
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For the one who is sincere with Allah, certain of His revelation and His legislative and universal commands,
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You will find his heart tranquil with his Lord.
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Tranquil regarding the path to Him.
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Tranquil regarding the decrees of Allah, glory be to Him.
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He does not doubt, nor does he falter on the path,
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Nor does he deviate due to desire or ambiguity.
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He is rewarded for this with tranquility and a lack of fear on the Day of Resurrection.
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“Whoso bringeth a good deed will have better than its worth; and such are safe from fear that Day.” (27:89)
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Just as he is rewarded with entry into Paradise and contentment with what he attains.
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“But ah! thou soul at peace!” (89:27)
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"Return to your Lord, well-pleased and pleasing."
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"And enter among My servants, and enter My Paradise."