The next aspect of truthfulness is truthfulness in contentment with Allah, the Exalted. The sign of this is when one is not impatient nor do they desire a change irrespective of whatever situation they are in. They are content with what Allah, the Exalted, has chosen knowing He only chooses the best for His servants. Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 216:
“…But perhaps you hate a thing and it is good for you; and perhaps you love a thing and it is bad for you…”
A true servant does not know what decision is better for them so they instead rely on the choice of Allah, the Exalted. This level is higher than patience as a patient person might desire a situation to change and even supplicates for it but does not complain in any situation. When a muslim is truthful in their love for Allah, the Exalted, then they surrender to the will of Allah, the Exalted, without resistant. Being suspicious over destiny leaves them and they become content with whatever Allah, the Exalted, has chosen. The following verse clearly indicates that a muslim will not gain the pleasure of Allah, the Exalted, until they are pleased with Him first. Chapter 89 Al Fajr, verse 28:
“Return to your Lord, well-pleased and pleasing [to Him].”
The next aspect of truthfulness is truthfulness in longing for Allah, the Exalted. This is the condition of the true servants of Allah, the Exalted, as they desire nothing except their Lord. This inspires them to strive in His sincere obedience by fulfilling His commands, refraining from His prohibitions and by facing destiny with patience knowing that this will not be achieved by someone who is disobedient to Allah, the Exalted. The muslim who longs for Allah, the Exalted, desires to leave this world and reach the hereafter. These people often prefer solitude and being alone than the company of people. They are balanced between fear and hope. Fear of disobeying their Lord and therefore being barred from Him and His proximity. Their hope inspires them to sincerely repent from their mistakes and strive in His obedience knowing He is the Most Forgiving and Most Merciful.
To conclude, muslims should strive to gain and act on the invaluable knowledge found in the Holy Quran and the traditions of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, so that they can reach the station of truth in the presence of an omnipotent King. Chapter 54 Al Qamar, verse 55:
“In a seat of truth near a Sovereign, Perfect in Ability.”
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