“…And do not exchange My signs for a small price and fear [only] Me…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 41.
This verse also reminds muslims that they should not disregard the teachings of Islam by not acting on them. Belief must be supported by actions as one without the other will not lead to success. In addition, this verse commands muslims not to compromise on the commands of Islam for worldly things which are paltry in comparison to the religious blessings one obtains in this world and in the next. It is vital to understand that whatever worldly blessings and success a muslim obtains by compromising on the teachings of Islam will always be temporary and they will eventually become a burden for them and lead them to nothing except stress in this world and even a painful punishment in the next. This outcome is obvious when one observes the many celebrities who compromised on their values and morals for the sake of worldly success.
It is acceptable for a muslim to be flexible in matters connected to their own opinion but a muslim should not compromise in matters which Islam advises about. This verse concludes by reminding muslims that they should not choose, the pleasure of people or their own pleasure if it leads to the disobedience of Allah, the Exalted. People will not be able to protect them from Allah, the Exalted. But if a person does not compromise on Islam Allah, the Exalted, will protect them from the negative effects of people even if this is not obvious immediately.
It is important to note, that this compromise includes completely disregarding the commands of Allah, the Exalted, and twisting them out of context in order to fulfil one’s own worldly desires. This has been indicated in the next verse: chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 42:
“And do not mix the truth with falsehood or conceal the truth while you know [it].”
The latter mentality is arguably worse as one can easily misguide other ignorant muslims through it. The one who does this will carry the burden of their own sin and the sins of those who follow them. This is confirmed in a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 2351.
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