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Love of Allah

people using the most advanced technology available still cannot re-
produce the specific characteristics of its perfume. Even the most ex-
pensive perfume becomes unbearable over time; however, each rose
constantly delivers the same magnificent fresh aroma. And yet it is
totally unaware of any of its remarkable characteristics, and no oth-

er plant or creature was created to enjoy its pleasures. But Allah has
allowed people to enjoy each rose as a blessing.
Every beauty is a blessing from our Lord and a reflection of His
infinite beauty. For this reason, every conscious, thinking person
should thank Allah with great gratitude and love, for He owns all of
this beauty. Allah informs us that all of His creations contain many
proofs on which people should reflect:

And also the things of varying colors He has created for you in
the earth. There is certainly a sign in that for people who pay
heed. (Surat an-Nahl, 13)
We have mentioned only a few of the blessings He has be-
stowed on people. However, reflecting on just one of these examples
is enough to understand Allah's mercy on all people. Those people
who, due to Allah's will, have some degree of understanding and
can therefore make decisions, should use this capacity to understand

and love Allah properly. By using their conscience, people who ac-
knowledge this magnificent system of creation will see that the
world is full of reasons for increasing their love for Allah.
In many verses of the Qur'an Allah calls upon people to reflect
on the many blessings bestowed upon them and reminds them of
some of these blessings:

He created humanity from a
drop of sperm, and yet it is an
open challenger! And He created
livestock. There is warmth and
various uses for you in them,

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