The Simplest Path to Allah’s Love
Many people ask
how to draw closer to Allah. Some search endlessly for complex answers, while
the Qur’an gives us something remarkably clear. Allah Himself tells us how His
love is attained.
The path is not
mysterious, but it is demanding.
Allah sent
prophets to every nation, all calling to the worship of Him alone. With the
coming of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, this message was
completed, and Islam was perfected as a way of life.
Human beings
are imperfect. We falter due to forgetfulness, ignorance, and weakness. Yet
Allah, in His mercy, showed us a clear criterion.
Allah says in
the Qur’an (3:31), interpretation of the meaning:
“Say, ˹O
Prophet˺, ‘If you love Allah, then follow me; Allah will love you and forgive
your sins.’”
Following the
Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is not a slogan—it is
a commitment. It is the means by which Allah’s love is attained, and Allah’s
love is the true gateway to paradise.
Every claim
about the religion must be supported by evidence. Sincerity without knowledge
can still cause harm. This is especially true in public spaces, where
unauthenticated statements and fabricated hadith are often shared with good
intentions but serious consequences.
Sometimes,
restraint is itself an act of worship.
Conclusion
The one who
fulfils the obligations, avoids major sins, and dies upon Islam has achieved
the minimum. But those who speak publicly or influence others carry a heavier
trust. Following the Prophet ﷺ is not only about
salvation—it is about responsibility.
Often people
say “but we did that (sin) when we were young, so leave them (the youth)” is
contrary to the ayah instructing us to call to good and forbid the evil. That Allah
granted you an opportunity to repent does not mean that Allah will grant your
children long life to repent – therefore, O Muslim, take care of yourself and
your family and save yourself and them from the fire.
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