Page 38 - The Moral Values of the Qur'an

Sometimes an individual may commit the same
sin as a result of his soul’s provocation, even after
repentance. But this is not an excuse for him not to
repent again. He may repent for his evil deeds all
throughout his life. And it should be remembered
that, it will not be accepted only if one repents when
death comes and one begins to dread one’s fate in the
Hereafter.

“Allah accepts the repentance of those who do evil in
ignorance and repent soon afterwards; to them Allah will
turn in mercy: for Allah is full of knowledge and
wisdom."(Surat an-Nisa, 4:17)
"Of no effect is the repentance of those who continue to
do evil, until death faces one of them, and he says, ‘Now I
have repented indeed’, nor of those who die rejecting Faith:
for them have We prepared a punishment most grievous.”
(Surat an-Nisa, 4:18)

Another verse calls all the believers to salvation:
“Believers! turn all together towards Allah, so that
you may attain Bliss.” (Surat an-Nur, 24:31)

14 Patience Till Death

People are created impatient, and, as a result,
make various mistakes. However, religion requires
everyone to be patient for the sake of Allah. Believers,

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