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THE ARROGANCE OF SATAN

Prophet Dawud, as well, showed meticulous attention in
complying with Allah' s commands and in being just.
In addition to these few chosen people, the lives of the
followers of the Prophet Muhammad (saas) also provide a

good role model for Muslims. Although the majority of them
came from the prominent families of the society they lived in,
they did not hesitate for a moment but sided with Allah and
His Messenger, when forced to make a choice between their
possessions, money, the people around them, and Allah' s
religion. That is because, they were very well aware that the
life of this world is insignificant, and that the real resting-
place is the hereafter. With the intention of earning the good
pleasure of Allah, they sided with the Prophet (saas),
emigrated when they were forced to, left behind their wealth
and riches, did not covet the social standing or rank they had
held, and devoted their entire lives to service in Allah' s path.
The character that is pleasing to Allah is obvious. Those
who may currently be in possession of blessings such as
wealth, beauty, intelligence, prestige, youth etc., must
remember to keep in mind that it is Allah Who grants them
these and that they are being tested by them. On the Day of
Judgement, they will be called to give an account for each of
these blessings. In the Qur' an, Allah relates the psychology

of those who fail to grasp this fact, and thereby, become
arrogant towards Him:
Does he imagine that no one has power over him? He
says, "I have consumed vast quantities of wealth." Does
he imagine that no one has seen him? (Surat al-Balad: 5-7)
For his own benefit, the reader must think about his own