Page 63 - The Moral Values of the Qur'an

The actual problem of Karun (Qarun), who became
depraved on account of his possessions, was indeed
that of being ungrateful to Allah.

If a believer demonstrates that he will not become
arrogant and impertinent with the blessings or riches
he is given, Allah shall give him more. “...If you are
grateful, I will add more (favours) unto you; but if
you show ingratitude, truly, My punishment is
terrible indeed.” (Surah Ibrahim, 14:7)
Gratitude should not be shown merely
withwords, it should be shown rather by utilizing
each favour in a way approved of by Allah. Believers
are responsible for using everything that they have
been given, in the way of Allah. First of all, all the
believers should start using whatever they possess,
and foremost the body Allah has endowed them
with, to strive for His cause. The Qur’an also informs
us that we may show our gratitude to Allah by
proclaiming all of His blessings, that is, by
communicating His "message" to all:
"Verily your Guardian-Lord will give you (that
wherewith) you shall be well-pleased. Did He not find you an
orphan and give you shelter? Did He not find you wandering,
and give you guidance? Did He not find you in need, and
make you rich? Therefore, treat not the orphan with
harshness, nor repulse the petitioner (unheard); and

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