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misbehave. The Qur’an expresses disapproval of
conduct which is not consistently marked by
moderation:
“No misfortune befalls on the earth or in yourselves but
is inscribed in the Book of Decrees, before We bring it into
existence. Verily, that is easy for Allah. In order that you
may not despair over matters that pass you by, nor exult
over favours bestowed upon you. For Allah does not love
any vainglorious boaster.” (Surat al-Hadid, 57:22-23)

33 The Angels Are Witness

People think that they are “all alone” if they are
not seen by others. However, this is not
really true. First of all, Allah is always with us, and
sees and hears everything we do. Moreover, there are
also invisible witnesses beside us who never leave us.
These are the angels assigned to be our guardians,
who record everything we do. The Qur’an informs us
about this mystery:
“It was We Who created man, and We know what dark
suggestions his soul makes to him: for We are nearer to him
than (his) jugular vein. Behold, two (guardian angels)
appointed to learn (his doings and note them), one sitting
on the right and one on the left. Not a word does he utter
but there is a sentinel by him, ready (to note it) (Surah Qaf,
50:16-18)

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