Page 97 - The Golden Age

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scribes the beauties in Paradise that will be pre-
sented to those Muslims who comply with the
Qur’an’s morality while living in this world. Beautiful mansions with
rivers flowing under them, constantly flowing springs, villas, foods
and drinks, and jewels will be granted to them in return for their
moral excellence. Paradise is the eternal life that Muslims always long
to attain:

“Enter Paradise, you and your wives, delighting in your joy.”
Platters and cups of gold will be passed around among them, and
they will have there all that their hearts desire and in which their
eyes find delight. You will remain in it timelessly, forever. That is
Paradise you will inherit for what you did. There will be many
fruits in it for you to eat. (Surat az-Zukhruf: 70-73)

The Golden Age is such a beautiful life granted to Muslims in this
world. This period is, as our Prophet (saas) said, an image of
Paradise. It is a blessing from Allah. With its abundance, as well as its
peaceful and comfortable environment, it is a period that every ser-
vant of faith who devotes his or her life to Allah would like to attain,
and a great reward.
For all Muslims, it is no doubt a great honor to be given the good
news of this period.

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