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in this world by willing them to experience trouble and anxiety in
their hearts. In such a situation, people have to realize that Allah
saves them from all forms of trouble and hardship. Just as He re-
stricts, He also expands (al-Basit). To the hearts of His sincere ser-
vants who only turn to Him for help, Allah gives serenity, peace,
and a feeling of relief. He supports them with His help, love, and
mercy, and also alleviates their tasks. In the Qur’an, Allah reminds
us that all hearts find peace only in the remembrance of our Lord, as
follows:
Those who have faith and whose hearts find peace in the
remembrance of Allah. Only in the remembrance of Allah
can the heart find peace. (Surat ar-Ra‘d, 13:28)

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