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The web content discusses the destructive nature of pride, emphasizing its spiritual consequences and the importance of humility in Islamic teachings.

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The article reflects on the spiritual poison of pride, or "kibr" in Arabic, during the 6th day of Ramadan, 2024. It underscores that pride can nullify one's good deeds and that all human achievements are blessings from Allah. Islamic scriptures, including the Quran and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad and Imams, caution against pride, equating it with a form of disbelief and warning of its severe consequences, such as exclusion from Paradise. The article uses the story of Iblish's refusal to prostrate before Adam due to pride as a cautionary tale. It advises followers to learn from Satan's downfall, despite his extensive worship, and to stay humble to earn Allah's mercy. The key takeaways are to root out pride completely, as it is antithetical to faith, and to pray for guidance away from arrogance.

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Pride is considered a spiritual illness that can corrupt one's deeds and diminish achievements in the eyes of Allah.
Islamic teachings strongly discourage pride, with the Quran stating that Allah does not like the proud and boastful.
The Prophet Muhammad warned that even a minuscule amount of pride can prevent one from entering Paradise.
Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq equated pride with the lower level of disbelief, indicating its severity in the spiritual realm.
The article suggests that pride is an exclusive attribute of Allah and that any human assuming it will face divine retribution.
The story of Iblish (Satan) serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of pride, leading to his eternal damnation.
Amirul Mu’minin Ali emphasizes that pride can nullify a lifetime of worship and good deeds, as seen in Satan's example.
The article concludes with a prayer to protect from pride and to guide individuals on the path of sincerity and righteousness.

Day 6: Pride Destroys Whatever You Achieve.

(30 days of Ramadan Reflections, Day-6)

Assalamualaikum (peace be upon you),

It’s 6th of Ramadan, 2024.

Today’s topic for reflection is- Pride.

Let’s explore this topic through Islamic teachings.

Pride, known as “kibr” in Arabic, is a spiritual illness that can corrupt our deeds and diminish our achievements in the eyes of Allah.

When we become proud and boastful, we forget that all our abilities, successes, and blessings are ultimately from Allah.

“Allah does not like the proud and boastful.”(Quran, 31:18)

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “He who has in his heart the weight of a mustard seed of pride shall not enter Paradise.” (Sahih Muslim)

A man enquired from Imam Ja’far al-Sadiq (‘a):

“What is the lower level of disbelief?”

Imam (‘a) said, “It is pride.”

Imam al-Baqir (‘a) says:

“Stateliness and superiority, and the expression of pride are like two exclusive garments of Allah (S.w.T.). (No one can share it with Him). Hence if anyone dares to acquire these qualities he will be thrown headlong into hell by Allah. (Al-Kafi)

We know, Iblish refused to prostrate before Hazrat Adam (‘a) because he considered himself superior. He said:

“I am better than he; Thou hast created me of fine, and him Thou didst create of dust.” (Surah Sad 38:76).

The Almighty Allah (SWT) replied:

“That I will most certainly fill hell with you and with those among them who follow you, all” (Surah Sad 38:85).

Amirul Mu’minin Ali (r) said,

“You should take a lesson from what Allah did with Shaitan; namely He nullified his great acts and extensive efforts on account of the vanity of one moment, although Shaitan had worshipped Allah for six thousand years”

“and he was proud, and he was one of the unbelievers.” (Surah al-Baqarah 2:34).

Arrogance overcame Izazil (Satan) and made him liable to be cursed.

Key points to remember about pride:

✅ Pride must be completely rooted out as it is related to our Iman(belief).

✅ Avoid Arrogance, no matter your achievements, we are ultimately servants of Allah. Stay humble to get His mercy.

“O Allah, protect us from the destructive trap of pride. Guide us on the path of sincerity and righteousness, and save us from the pitfalls of arrogance. Ameen.”

Thanks for joining with me!

– Zahera Noor

Day-5: Be Patient, It’s A Noble Virtue.

( 30 days of Ramadan Reflections, Day-5)

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