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good news of Paradise reads as follows:

Whereas those who believe and do right actions, such peo-
ple are the Companions of the Garden, remaining in it
timelessly, forever. (Qur’an, 2:82)
But unbelievers, due to their lack of consciousness and

knowledge, heedlessly turn their backs on the manifest
proofs of God’s existence. The Qur’an reveals the end
awaiting them:

But as for those who do not believe and deny Our Signs,
they are the Companions of the Fire, remaining in it time-
lessly, forever. What an evil destination! (Qur’an, 64:10)
In the light of these verses, those who fear Hell and

hope for Paradise, with its infinite joys and in which every-
thing their hearts could desire is created in the most perfect
and flawless manner, must work to attain our Lord’s mercy,
friendship, and love by coming to know Him better. To that

end, they must acquire a greater knowledge and under-
standing of His names by pondering deeply on the signs
leading to faith. In addition, they must explain these signs
to others and become a means whereby they increase their

faith. This responsibility is incumbent upon all believers.
They said: “Glory be to You! We have no knowledge ex-
cept what You have taught us. You are the All-Knowing,
the All-Wise.” (Qur’an, 2:32)