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BASIC TENETS OF ISLAM

Believers, however, are those people who, though they may
be attracted to such allurement, are aware of their true worth.
Cognizant that these are the temporary blessings of this
world, and that by them they are being tested, the deceptive
attraction of these things does not delude them. For this

reason, they are not deceived by the satan, and are able to
save themselves from eternal torment. In the Qur'an, Allah
warns mankind as follows:
Mankind! Allah's promise is true. Do not let the life of
the world delude you and do not let the Deluder delude
you about Allah. (Surah Fatir: 5)
On the other hand, those who are without faith, and thus
are bereft of wisdom, feel an inner inclination to this world.
Under satan's influence, they make the attainment of the

temporary goods of this world the ultimate purpose of their
lives. The condition of such people is stated as follows:
No indeed! But you love this fleeting world and you
disregard the hereafter. (Surat al-Qiyama: 20-21)

IT'S A MAGNIFICENT BLESSING TO LOVE ALLAH

WITH PASSION

ADNAN OKTAR: We are in an extraordinary
environment. We did not come here just to reproduce, enjoy
ourselves and amass wealth. Even if they do amass
possessions, the decades pass like a single year. You reach

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