Category Archives: Blogs – Series: Traits of the Soul

Another negative trait of the soul is when a person believes they require patience when in fact they should be showing gratitude to Allah, the Exalted. When a person faces a difficulty they should remember the countless blessings they still possess. And they should remember that Allah, the Exalted, only decrees the best for HisContinue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 17 OF 17”

Among the negative traits of the soul is counting the favours one does to others. This undoubtedly cancels the reward one could have obtained if they acted sincerely for the pleasure of Allah, the Exalted. Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 264: “O you who have believed, do not invalidate your charities with reminders [of it]Continue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 16”

The next negative trait of the soul is envy. A muslim should know that being envious  of  others is a direct criticism of the choice of Allah, the Exalted, as none but He has given that blessing to the envied person. In reality, an envious person has a problem with Allah, the Exalted, not anotherContinue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 15”

The next negative trait of the soul is vain and evil speech, such as lying. A muslim should only speak words which are beneficial to them in this world or in the next. This has been advised in a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 176. They should avoid evil words as this will causeContinue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 14”

Another negative trait of the soul is when one is content with their actions and words and do not strive to improve them. A muslim should never remain still and should instead strive to improve in both words and actions and in both worldly and religious matters. No one demands perfection but they should striveContinue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 13”

Among the negative traits of the soul is excessively inclining towards the companionship of people for worldly reasons. It is important to know that a muslim will adopt the characteristics of their companions. This is advised in a Hadith found in Sunan Abu Dawud, number 4833. Therefore, a muslim should instead incline towards the pious.Continue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 12”

Among the negative traits of the soul is when one advises others while neglecting to act on the teachings themself. In most cases, people like this only desire to obtain fame so they concentrate on this which causes them to neglect their own souls. It is important for muslims to sincerely strive to correct themselvesContinue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 11”

Another negative trait of the soul is when one gets angry for their own sake according to their own desires. A muslim should only get angered for the sake of Allah, the Exalted. This is when one is only angered when the commands of Allah, the Exalted, are violated. But even in cases like this,Continue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 10”

Another negative trait of the soul is being extremely greedy for worldly things. This causes one to dedicate too much effort in obtaining worldly things. This causes one to neglect preparing for the eternal hereafter. In addition, extreme greed often causes a person to obtain worldly things in an unlawful way. This attitude can makeContinue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 9”

Another negative trait of the soul is being overly absorbed in worldly things and affairs. If this is done beyond one’s necessities it will distract them from preparing for the hereafter which involves fulfilling the commands of Allah, the Exalted, refraining from His prohibitions and facing destiny with patience. A muslim should therefore, busy themselfContinue reading “PODSERIES: TRAITS OF THE SOUL – PART 8”