Page 97 - Signs of the End Times in Surat Al-Kahf

HARUN YAHYA (ADNAN OKTAR)

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his verse indicates the importance of "ma sha' Allah" (It is as
Allah wills). Believers use it to express their respect when re-
T T garding the superior art and power of Allah's creation.
Using this expression in a heartfelt manner reminds others that Allah
owns all things, that everything happens in according to destiny, and
that only He can will anything to happen. No doubt, such reminders are
beneficial, for people easily forget their own helplessness and descend
into ignorance.
For example, the unbelieving garden owner is ascribing partners to
Allah by stating that he owns all of the property. Even though he does
not clearly express his denial, "hidden association" is inherent in his
words and behavior. Thus his friend warns him about ascribing partners
to Allah and reminds him that everything belongs to Allah.
Especially in our own time, people must always be aware of this dan-
ger, for such situations occur frequently. For instance, Al-Ghani (The Rich,
He Who is free from need) is one of Allah's attributes, but the same word
is used to describe people. There is no objection in using this term to de-
scribe someone's financial status, but it can turn into association if one
considers his or her self, intellect, or effort to be the cause of this wealth.
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