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The Importance of Loyalty

lievers, even in very difficult situations, persistently formulate and
act upon decisions in such a way as to earn His favor. As Allah says
in the Qur'an, they know that under all circumstances it is best for
them to remain faithful to Allah:
More fitting for them would be obedience and honorable

words. Once the matter is resolved upon, being true to
Allah would be better for them. (Surah Muhammad, 20-21)
In the above-quoted verses, Allah also informs us that a strong
sense of loyalty arouses in an individual a conscientiousness that
prevents him from procrastinating in conforming to what is right. If
a person is strong in faith and submission to Allah, his inner sense of
loyalty will keep him from being indecisive, and help him to resist
giving in to the inclinations of his lower-self. So, armed with this

loyalty and sense of submission, whatever the circumstances, he
will easily overcome such urges.
Another important characteristic that faithfulness gives rise to
in a believer is the love and trust they share between one another.
These sentiments are formed through the sincere effort they put
forth in the way of Allah. A believer, who makes use of everything
he has as a means to earn Allah's favor, and remains on the straight
path, will receive the love of his fellow Muslim brothers, while being
a good example for them. So, the faithfulness that believers exhibit

at all times on the way of Allah will increase the love, devotion and
trust they feel towards one another.
Loyalty also endows a believer with a sense of determination
in engaging in good deeds in the way of Allah, and the fine moral
qualities he exhibits to win His favor. Hypocrites, however, who
harbor sickness in their hearts, cannot possess this determination

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