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SOME SECRETS OF THE QUR'AN

does not harm their interests. For example, when someone
gives away possessions to the needy, he often gives things
that are no longer desired, or disliked, out of style, or no

longer fit for use.
God, however, commands man to give away the entities
he cherishes for himself. One may find it difficult to give
away beloved possessions, but such generosity is essential to
purification and the attainment of righteousness. This is an
important secret that God has revealed to mankind. God has
stated that man could, in no other way, attain goodness:
You will not attain true goodness until you give of

what you love. Whatever you give away, God knows
it. (Surah Ali 'Imran: 92)
You who believe! Give away some of the good
things you have earned and some of what the earth
produces for you. Do not have recourse to bad things
when you give, things you would only take with
your eyes tight shut! Know that God is Rich Beyond
Need, Praiseworthy. (Surat al-Baqara: 267)

Spending in God's way is a means to

draw nearer to Him
For a believer, nothing is dearer than earning God's good
pleasure and love. A believer seeks the means to get closer to
God throughout his life. Of this God states the following:

You who believe! Have fear of God and seek the
means of drawing near to Him, and strive in His
Way, so that hopefully you will be successful. (Surat
al-Ma'ida: 35)