What is the meaning of "if they are seen, Allah is remembered" in the Hadith: "The Awliya' (friends) of Allah are those who, when they are seen, Allah is remembered," which was mentioned in the commentary on the verse: {Unquestionably, [for] the Awliya' (friends) of Allah, there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve}?
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The meaning of the Hadith, "Those who, when they are seen, Allah is remembered," is that the Awliya' (saints/friends) of Allah are characterized by good demeanor and apparent humility. Upon seeing them, the observer remembers Allah Almighty, His greatness, and the importance of adhering to His law.
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