How can one distance himself from the worldly life, always remember death, and what are the useful books of admonition, and how can faith be strengthened?
Remembering death is always achieved by contemplating it in one's thoughts, reflecting upon God's verses that remind us of the transience of this world, visiting those who are dying and graves, and sitting with those who remember death and listening to admonitions. Books that aid in this include: "Al-Tadhkirah fi Ahwal al-Mawta" by Al-Qurtubi, "Al-Qiyamah Al-Sughra" by Dr. Omar Al-Ashqar, and books by Ibn Al-Jawzi, Ibn Al-Qayyim, and Ibn Rajab.
Strengthening faith is achieved by observing the obligatory prayers, performing many supererogatory acts of worship, associating with the righteous, adhering to remembrance of God and supplication, asking God for steadfastness, acquiring beneficial knowledge, and attending gatherings of remembrance and knowledge.
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