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LOYALTY DESCRIBED IN THE QUR'AN
faithfulness towards Him. They always succeed in their efforts; Allah
supports them through His mercy, so that all they endeavor turns out
for the best.
Along with this concerted effort believers put forth with regard to

their inner-urges, they convey to others about the morality that Allah
has been pleased to choose as a way of life for human beings; in so
doing, they contribute greatly towards the eradication of conflict and
corruption in the world.
Throughout history, non-believers have been hostile to the true
religion, and opposed the believers and prophets. They have tried to
degrade them in the eyes of others, by inhibiting their efforts and

making certain false accusations. They have gone so far as to assault
them physically, not refraining from violence. Believers tried to es-
tablish peace and order in the world, and to suppress the ideological
and physical assault of non-believers. They have been subject to
slander, and driven out of their cities. Yet, in spite of all such trials,
they never abandoned the moral teaching of the Qur'an; they never
feared criticism, and have not been adversely affected by the nega-
tive response of others.
Difficult times do not demoralize believers; on the contrary, they

strengthen them, and make them still more determined. They are
aware that, in order for peace, justice and order to reign on earth, there
must be no confusion or corruption. Allah says in the Qur'an:
Do not corrupt the earth after it has been put right. Call on
Him fearfully and eagerly. Allah's mercy is close to the good-
doers. (Surat al-A‘raf, 56)
They know that this can come about only by practicing the moral

teachings of the Qur'an, and so convey these truths to others.

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