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to draw near to Allah. There, they reside with the prophets, the faithful
ones, the martyrs and the sincere believers. But most important, they
will meet our Lord. Allah also gives them glad tidings that there will be
a word for them from their Lord there: "Peace!", which is one of the best
rewards for a believer:
The Companions of the Garden will be busy enjoying them-
selves that day, they and their wives reclining on soft couches in
shady groves. They will have fruits there and whatever they re-
quest. "Peace!"—A word from a Merciful Lord. (Surah Ya Sin,
55-58)
Whoever obeys Allah and the Messenger will be with those
whom Allah has blessed: the Prophets and the truthful, the
martyrs and the righteous. What excellent company such peo-
ple are! Such is the bounty of Allah. Sufficient is Allah's inifinite
knowledge. (Surah an-Nisa', 69-70)
So, hasten to attain this reward, to reside with prophets and people of
perfected faith in the gardens of paradise as a believer who has earned
the approval of Allah.
By being committed to live by the principles of perfected faith, be a
good example for those who love and fear Allah. Allah exhorts all those
who want to attain salvation to live by the values of the Qur'an. They are
described as ""Those who, when they are reminded of the Signs of
their Lord, do not turn their backs, deaf and blind to them; who say,
'Our Lord, give us joy in our wives and children and make us a good
example for those who guard against evil.' Such people will be repaid
for their steadfastness with the loftiest abode in Paradise, where they
will meet with welcome and with 'peace'. They will remain in it time-
lessly, for ever. What an excellent lodging and resting place!" (Surat al-
Furqan, 73- 76)