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others accept it. He will make them consent to it, too. For this reason, the sole
aim in this service should be the direct seeking of Divine pleasure. 23
O lower self, if you acquired your Creator's assent with your piety and de-
votion, then it shall be sufficient and there shall be no need to look for peo-
ple's assent. If the people agree and accept on Allah's behalf, then it is
good. If they act to gain worldly blessings, then it shall be utterly worth-
less. Because they are weak servants, just like you... 24
