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fulfill his obligations as a servant during the time granted
to him in this world. A believer reveals himself through
the care he takes over his religious observances; he enthu-
siastically performs the prayer 5 times a day, ablutions
and fasting commanded by Allah throughout the course
of his life.
Narrated Ibn 'Umar (ra):

The Prophet (saas) said, "The religion of Islam is based on
five fundamental principles: attesting that there exists no
deity but Allah, that Muhammad (saas) is His servant and
His Messenger, praying, fasting and pilgrimage." (Bukhari
and Muslim)
If it were the time to meet the angels of death right
now, would a person who failed to do his duty as a ser-
vant of Allah in the life of this world be able to give an
account of all the years you have spent in this world?
What have you done so far to earn the consent of
Allah?
Have you been meticulous enough in fulfilling Allah's
commands?
A person might not have an affirmative answer to any

of these questions. But if he repents and sincerely makes
an absolute commitment to live to earn the good pleasure
of Allah, then he can hope for Allah's forgiveness. The
Messenger of Allah (saas) frequently sought forgiveness
from Allah: