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SEEING GOOD IN ALL

been tested in the world, has born difficulties with
steadfastness in the life of this world, perceives the blessings
and offerings in Paradise with a deeper appreciation, and

therefore, enjoys a more profound pleasure in it. It is
important to remember that one who hasn't experienced
difficulty cannot appreciate ease; even if he does, he can
never feel it as deeply as one who has endured hardships.
Therefore, every difficulty a believer experiences in this
world shall ultimately be a source of bliss in the Hereafter.
Essentially, being patient, wise, reasonable, stable,
forgiving, compassionate, in brief, showing the noble
qualities of a believer, offers man the particular sort of
happiness that can only come from faith. By the Will of God,
this happiness will be enjoyed perpetually into eternity.

Any misfortune that befalls man is from himself

The people who are far from adhering to the morality
commanded in the Qur'an often share a common character
trait: when things go their way, they think it is from
themselves and feel pride. But, when a misfortune befalls
them, then they immediately seek someone to blame. But,
God is the All-Just and, as the verse below suggests, it is the
person himself who is ultimately responsible for each and
every adversity he meets:

Any good thing that happens to you comes from God.
Any bad thing that happens to you comes from
yourself… (Surat an-Nisa': 79)
The Qur'an provides various examples to explain the
perverted way in which disbelievers interpret things that