- Will one be rewarded for loving people for the sake of Allah without informing them, like those who love each other for the sake of Allah? - Is the status of those who love each other for the sake of Allah attained only by going out for Dawah, or are there other ways? - How does a person ascend to the rank of Ihsan? - What should one do if they are afflicted with Riyaa (showing off) or whispers (waswasa) in their heart? - How does a Muslim attain the highest ranks of Jannah, and what books help in achieving that? - How can Khushoo’ (devotion/humility) in prayer be achieved?
Loving Muslims, wishing good for them, and supplicating for them are among the strongest bonds of faith, and this indicates the sincerity of faith and loyalty to one's brethren. A Muslim earns a great reward for loving others, and it is good to inform the beloved of one's love. Love must be for the sake of Allah, not merely due to similarities in temperament. Ihsan (excellence) is "to worship Allah as if you see Him; for if you do not see Him, He surely sees you." The fear of riya' (showing off) is commendable, but it should not lead to abandoning good deeds altogether. Rather, the servant should strive to ensure that his intention is solely for the sake of Allah. Khushu' (devotion/humility) in prayer is a divine grace, achieved through supplication, preparation for prayer, contemplating what is recited, and consuming lawful earnings. We recommend reading Madarij al-Salikin by Ibn al-Qayyim, Sayd al-Khatir by Ibn al-Jawzi, Ladhat al-Munajat by Tayyis al-Jumaili, and consistently reciting the Holy Quran with contemplation.
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