Quote How strange is man that when he is afraid of...

“How strange is man that when he is afraid of something he runs away from it, but when he is afraid of Allah, he gets closer to Him.” - Hazrat Ali Ibn Abu-Talib A.S

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How strange is man that he often reacts in unexpected ways when faced with fear. When confronted with something that scares him, his instinct is to run away, to escape the source of his fear. It is a natural response, a survival mechanism ingrained in his very being.

But when he is afraid of Allah, when he feels the weight of His presence and power, something remarkable happens. Instead of running away, he is drawn closer to Him. It is as if the fear of Allah acts as a magnet, pulling him towards a higher power, a greater source of strength and comfort.

This paradoxical behavior speaks to the complex nature of humanity. We are creatures of contradiction, capable of both fleeing from our fears and seeking solace in them. It is a testament to the depth of our emotions, the intricacies of our beliefs, and the power of our faith.

When we are afraid of Allah, it is not a fear born out of weakness or cowardice. It is a fear born out of reverence, out of awe for His majesty and greatness. It is a fear that inspires us to seek His guidance, His protection, His love.

And so, when we are afraid of Allah, we do not run away from Him. Instead, we run towards Him, seeking refuge in His mercy, finding strength in His presence, and drawing closer to Him in our time of need.

It is a beautiful paradox, a testament to the power of faith and the resilience of the human spirit. In our fear of Allah, we find courage. In our fear of Allah, we find peace. And in our fear of Allah, we find a love that transcends all understanding.

So let us not be afraid to fear Allah. Let us embrace our awe and reverence for Him, knowing that in our fear lies our salvation, our redemption, and our ultimate peace.




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