Page 43 - Fear of Allah

Harun Yahya (Adnan Oktar)
counter are only the will and creation of Allah in accordance with
the fate predetermined for him by Allah.
This particular quality could be seen in all of the prophets who
while communicating Allah's religion were on most occasions op-
posed by entire nations but made not even the slightest concession.
Allah mentions this quality in the verse cited below:
[Prophets are] those who convey Allah's Message and fear
Him and do not anyone but Allah. Allah suffices as a
Reckoner. (Surat al-Ahzab: 39)
A person who has faith in Allah will take on and implement for
himself the superior example of the prophets.

They strive to please Allah alone

A true believer lives his life in the knowledge that Allah is the
judge of everything; that He is the sole owner of power and
strength, and everything comes into existence by His will. For this
reason true believers will know that to seek the approval of created
beings who, in reality, do not possess power or strength, is of no use
whatsoever. To fear Allah and seek His approval in this world will
provide protection from the terrifying punishment of the Hereafter:
Is someone who pursues the pleasure of Allah the same as
someone who incurs displeasure from Allah and whose
refuge is Hell? What an evil destination! (Surah Al 'Imran: 162)
A time will arrive when every deed, big and small, will be re-
vealed and when a person's hands and skin will testify against him.
A true believer lives his life according to this reality and will ab-
solutely never compromise under any circumstances.
The attitude of the Prophet Yusuf (Joseph) (as) is a very good ex-
ample. The Prophet Yusuf (as) was able to preserve his chastity

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