Page 112 - Learning from the Qur'an

Is someone who pursues the pleasure of Allah the same as
someone who incurs displeasure from Allah and whose refuge is
Hell? What an evil destination! (Qur'an, 3:162)
By it, Allah guides those who follow what pleases Him to the ways
of Peace. He will bring them from the darkness to the light by His
permission, and guide them to a straight path. (Qur'an, 5:16)
And among the people there are some who give up everything,
desiring the good pleasure of Allah. Allah is Ever-Gentle with His
servants. (Qur'an, 2:207)
Say, 'Shall I tell you of something better than that?' Those who
guard against evil will have Gardens with their Lord, with rivers
flowing under them, remaining in them timelessly, for ever, and
purified wives, and the Pleasure of Allah. Allah sees His servants.
(Qur'an, 3:15)
The metaphor of those who spend their wealth, desiring the
pleasure of Allah and firmness for themselves, is that of a garden
on a hillside. When heavy rain falls on it, it doubles its produce;
and if heavy rain does not fall, there is dew. Allah sees what you
do. (Qur'an, 2:265)
Do not chase away those who call on their Lord morning and
evening, seeking His Face. Their reckoning is in no way your
responsibility and your reckoning is in no way their responsibility.
Indeed if you did chase them away, you would be among the
wrongdoers. (Qur'an, 6:52)
"We feed you only out of desire for the Face of Allah. We do not
want any repayment from you or any thanks." (Qur'an, 76:9)

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