Fitrah (فِطْرَة) in Islam: A theological concept compared with the computer motherboard

Every member of the younger generation is well versed with the word "motherboard" - the foundation of a computer. Today, we will use the motherboard as a simple analogy to understand a theological concept based on the Arabic terminology "Fitrah" which is foundation of Islam and then will expand the meaning of Fitrah and reflect over its significance in Islam as the subconscious & instinctive awareness of Oneness of God (Tawhid).

To understand Fitrah, let us begin using a simple analogy of comparing it with the modern usage of word motherboard.

Relationship with Computer Motherboard and Fitrah in Islam

• The Computer Motherboard: Let us first understand what a computer motherboard is and how it functions. The computer motherboard comes from the factory with a specific design and architecture. It is built to support certain functions and has the capacity to connect components and operate correctly. The design exists before any software is installed.
• The Fitrah in Islam: In Islam, humans are created with a built-in fitrah. Fitrah is the original disposition Allah placed within us. It includes a natural capacity to recognize truth, seek meaning, appreciate morality, and turn toward God.
• Correlation
• Both the motherboard and Fitrah have fixed basic functions and capabilities. However, to use these specific to  our requirement, we need software. The software made to run the computer are countless and can be even tailor made to our specific work requirement. Likewise, culture, upbringing, and experiences are like the "software" installed later as far the Fitrah in Islam is concerned.
• That is why the Prophet ﷺ said every child is born upon fitrah, then external influences shape their beliefs and practices.

With this premise in view and general understanding of the terminology of Fitrah, let us turn to AL Qur'an and see how and why this word is used.

The verse Al Quran Surah Ar-Rum 30:30

"So direct your face toward the religion, inclining to truth—the fitrah of Allah upon which He has created mankind. There is no changing the creation of Allah. That is the upright religion, but most people do not know."

What is fitrah?

Now let us define what The Arabic word Fitrah (فِطْرَة) is. It comes from a root meaning "to originate," "to create," or "to bring forth." In Islamic thought, fitrah refers to the innate disposition with which Allah created human beings.

Classical scholars explain fitrah in slightly different but complementary ways:

• An innate recognition that there is a Creator.
• A natural inclination toward truth and worship of God.
• An inborn moral awareness that distinguishes good from evil.
• A disposition capable of accepting Islam when not distorted by external influences.

Fitrah does not mean that every person is born consciously knowing Islamic theology. Rather, it means human beings possess a natural orientation toward One True God, the sole creator of the entire universe and what all is contained therein, and truth. That is while the soul is naturally inclined toward goodness, external influences such as parents, culture, education, and society can shape a person's beliefs and sometimes cloud or suppress their original Fitrah.

Ibn Kathir emphasizes that "Allah created mankind upon a pure, uncorrupted natural constitution. At our core, humans are hardwired to believe in a Creator and acknowledge His singularity." The term Al-Fitrah here is equated directly with the religion of Islam (the straight, upright path). Fitrah thus is the spiritual equivalent of human instincts; just as the body has physical needs, the soul has a natural craving for truth and divine connection.

The most famous hadith on fitrah: 

• Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim narrate that the Prophet ﷺ said: "Every child is born upon fitrah, then his parents make him a Jew, Christian, or Magian..."
• Scholars understood this to mean that the original human disposition is receptive to faith in God, while environment, culture, and upbringing shape later beliefs.

Other Quranic verses related to fitrah: Although the word fitrah itself appears explicitly in 30:30, several verses express related concepts:

• The covenant verse (7:172): 
• Allah describes taking testimony from the descendants of Adam: "Am I not your Lord?" They said, "Yes, we testify."
• Many scholars connected this verse to the idea that humans possess a deep-rooted awareness of their Creator.
• The signs within ourselves (41:53):
• "We will show them Our signs in the horizons and within themselves until it becomes clear to them that it is the truth."
• This verse suggests that both the external world and human nature point toward God.
• Turning to God in hardship (10:22–23, 29:65)
• The Quran repeatedly describes people who call upon God sincerely when facing danger, even if they neglect Him during times of ease. 
• Scholars often cite this as evidence of an innate inclination toward God that emerges when worldly distractions are removed.
• Human creation in the best form (95:4)
• "We have certainly created man in the best stature."
• This reflects the dignity and noble potential built into human nature.

How does fitrah relate to Da'wah (inviting non Muslims to Islam)?

A key implication of fitrah is that dawah is not viewed merely as giving people a new idea. Rather, it is often described as reminding people of something already embedded within them.

The Quran frequently describes the Prophet ﷺ as a "reminder" rather than someone forcing belief. For example: "So remind, for you are only a reminder." (88:21)

The dawah approach built on fitrah is therefore:

• Appeal to reason.
• Appeal to conscience.
• Appeal to the human search for meaning.
• Remove misconceptions about Islam.
• Invite rather than compel.

The assumption is that truth resonates with fitrah when presented clearly and sincerely.

How can one discuss fitrah with non-Muslims?

It's important to recognize that fitrah is ultimately a theological concept. You generally cannot "prove" it in the same way you prove a mathematical theorem. Instead, Muslims often explore questions that fitrah seeks to explain:

1. The universal search for meaning

• Across cultures and history, humans have sought (1) Purpose, (2) Morality, (3) Transcendence, (4) Worship
• Why is this tendency so widespread?

2. Objective morality

• Many people intuitively feel that (1) Murder is wrong. (2) Justice is good. (3) Compassion is noble.
• A fitrah-based discussion asks where these deep moral intuitions come from.

3. The question of God

• Many people, even those without religious training, naturally ask: (1) Why do we exist? (2) Why is there something rather than nothing? (3) Is there a Creator?
• Islam sees this questioning itself as consistent with fitrah.

4. Personal experience

Many converts to Islam describe a feeling that Islamic teachings "made sense" or resonated deeply with something they already felt but could not articulate. Muslims often interpret such experiences as fitrah responding to truth.

A balanced dawah approach

The Quran's approach combines several elements:

• Rational argument.
• Reflection on nature.
• Moral reflection.
• Historical examples.
• Spiritual invitation.

For example, when speaking with non-Muslims, one can discuss:

• The existence of God.
• The order and intelligibility of the universe.
• The human longing for meaning.
• The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the Quran.
• The Islamic understanding of purpose and accountability.

At the same time, the Quran teaches: "There is no compulsion in religion." (2:256)

The goal of Da'wah is to present the message clearly, respectfully, and sincerely. From an Islamic perspective, guidance ultimately comes from Allah, while the caller's role is to communicate truth with wisdom and good character.

As many scholars have noted, one of the strongest demonstrations of fitrah in dawah is not merely argumentation but the visible embodiment of Islamic virtues—honesty, justice, mercy, humility, and integrity—because these qualities often resonate with people's innate moral sense.

How can we correlate fitrah with motherboard

Now coming back to our initial premise and by using computer motherboard as an analogy to understand the theological Islamic concept of Fitrah, as long as we remember that every analogy has limits.

A simple analogy Think of a computer motherboard:

• It comes from the factory with a specific design and architecture.
• It is built to support certain functions.
• It has the capacity to connect components and operate correctly.
• The design exists before any software is installed.

Similarly, in Islamic thought:

• Humans are created with a built-in fitrah.
• Fitrah is the original disposition Allah placed within us.
• It includes a natural capacity to recognize truth, seek meaning, appreciate morality, and turn toward God.
• Culture, upbringing, and experiences are like the "software" installed later.

A deeper comparison

            Motherboard                                     Fitrah

    Hardware design                                 Innate human nature

    Factory default state                             Original disposition created by Allah

    BIOS/Firmware settings                     Basic moral and spiritual orientation

    Software installed later                     Family, culture, education, ideology

    Malware can corrupt behavior             Sin, desires, false beliefs can obscure fitrah

    System reset can restore defaults           Repentance, reflection, guidance can reconnect a person with

                                                                   fitrah

Why this analogy can be useful in dawah

Many people today understand technology better than theology.

You might say: Islam teaches that humans are not born as blank slates. Just as a motherboard comes with an intended architecture, human beings come with an intended nature. We are "wired" to seek meaning, truth, morality, and ultimately our Creator.

This captures the Islamic idea that religion is not something completely foreign imposed on humanity; rather, it corresponds to something already present within human nature.

What happens where the analogy breaks down

Although we have tried to correlate a theological concept with the man made machine device purely as an academic discussion, many may argue that these two are can not be correlated for the reason of human limitation in designing a "machined creature" and unlimited powers and creativity of the Creator of the universe in front of which a motherboard is not an atom of the entire universe. This discussion is to agitate our minds and we must reflect over this correlation to ponder of the Divine wisdom, which many have tried to undermine.

But human mind, which is similar to a circuit board made of flesh has intellect ('aql), free choice (ikhtiyar) and can follow or resist their fitrah. And above all, is morally accountable.

So fitrah is not a deterministic program that forces belief in God. It is more like an innate orientation or compass. A compass points north, but a person can still choose to walk in another direction.

An even more accurate technology analogy

Instead of a motherboard, some scholars might prefer the analogy of a factory-installed operating system:

• The system comes with default settings.
• Over time, files, applications, and even malware can be added.
• The original system is still underneath, though it may become obscured.
• A reset can restore the intended configuration.

Likewise, Islam teaches that sins, desires, social conditioning, and false beliefs can cloud the fitrah, but they do not necessarily destroy it. This is why the Quran repeatedly calls people to remember, reflect, and return, rather than suggesting they must acquire an entirely new nature.

When the Quran says "There is no altering the creation of Allah," Ibn Kathir explains that this original nature is fundamentally perfect and true. While external societal, cultural, or environmental factors can cover, corrupt, or alter a person's behavior, the underlying spiritual core can never be completely removed or replaced. Unlike the motherboard whose entire orientation changes with change of processor, RAM, the graphic card, the core of the human soul can never be changed. The Fitrah stays inside the human body and no amount of distraction or even the change of brain and heart can replace it from human body. One may get disoriented like atheists, idolaters and those who believe God is not one but many, the inner and pure call remains intact. Those who turn back from the misleading path, repent and seek Divine forgiveness, find out that they are returning to the call which all along has been calling back to them to their Lord - the Only One God.

This also connects nicely to Quran 30:30: Islam presents itself not as something alien to human beings, but as something that aligns with the way Allah originally created them. The message of dawah, therefore, is often described as awakening or uncovering what is already embedded in the human soul.

Disclaimer: This post is published only for an academic reflection to show that Fitrah is embedded into every human beings whose linkages connect him to his Creator - whether he is aware of it or not. However, those who reflect over Fitrah, would find this linkage as an eye opener which may nullify many a man made myths and concepts.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

For an Overview / and more selected verses from Sürah Ar Rum, please refer to our exclusive reference post on Sürah (30) ’Ar-Rūm (The Romans), already published.

You may also refer to our exclusive reference pages: 

• Selected verses from selected Surahs of Al-Qurʾān for compiled verses from other surahs.
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• Selected Verses from the Qur'an. 

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An effort has been made to gather explanation / exegesis of the surahs and selected verses of Al-Qurʾān from authentic sources and then present a least possible condensed explanation of the surah. In that the exegesis of the chapters of the Quran is mainly based on the "Tafhim al-Qur'an - The Meaning of the Qur'an" by one of the most enlightened scholars of the Muslim World Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi.  

In addition, other sources which have been explored and views of other scholars have been incorporated while explaining meaning of a verse. Those desirous of detailed explanations and tafsir (exegesis), may refer to these sites. For expansion of meaning and themes / contextual background help from ChatGPT is also taken.

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A deeply reflective verse of Al Qur’an about spiritual blindness

There are two type of the blind: One who is physically blind, but has his spiritual receptiveness to the truth and guidance, the other type of blind is the one who can see everything around him, yet his spiritual receptor are closed which cannot let the guidance and truth pass through and reach the heart and mind to understand the true reality of life. Today we share a deeply verse from Al Qur'an which is about spiritual blindness, guidance, human limitations, and the nature of receptivity to truth.

The Verse

Surah Ar-Rum 30:52.

فَإِنَّكَ لَا تُسْمِعُ الْمَوْتَىٰ وَلَا تُسْمِعُ الصُّمَّ الدُّعَاءَ إِذَا وَلَّوْا مُدْبِرِينَ

“Indeed, you cannot make the dead hear, nor can you make the deaf hear the call when they turn away retreating.” 

This teaches that guidance cannot reach hearts that deliberately close themselves to truth; it asks us to keep our hearts spiritually alive, humble, receptive, and sincere before Allah rather than becoming morally and spiritually “dead.” Let us find out how:

Context of the verse

Before we expand this verse, let us briefly say what Surah Ar-Rum discusses in general. The surah talks about the:

• Signs of Allah in creation
• Rise and fall of civilizations
• Human arrogance
• Denial of truth
• Resurrection and accountability

Around this verse, Allah consoles the Prophet ﷺ because in the initial and formatting stage of new found religion of Islam, many people were stubbornly rejecting the message despite clear signs - while Prophet Muhammad ﷺ desperately wanted people to believe and be saved. Thus to console His prophet, Allah tells him: Guidance cannot penetrate a heart that has closed itself.

In his Tafsir Ibn Kathir, the renowned scholar interprets Surah Ar-Rum (30:52) as a metaphor for the spiritual blindness and deafness of the disbelievers, explaining that guiding them to the truth is impossible for humans and rests entirely on the will of Allah.

What does “the dead” mean here?

although, a mention of the dead and deaf is made in this verse, this is not primarily about physically dead people. Let us find out why the men with closed hearts and ears are exclusively mentioned:

• Classical scholars / mufassirūn explain that “The dead” mentioned in the verse are those with spiritually dead hearts.
• Meaning by Hearts that are numb to truth and corrupted by arrogance, ego, desires. A people who refuse reflection.
• That is Al Qur’an often uses “death” metaphorically for a dead heart is a heart without spiritual awareness. These are the people who see things and creations of Allah, yet fail to reflect on the why of these creations and about the the One who created this in the first place.

Ibn Kathir notes that just as a person cannot physically make the dead in their graves hear the voices of the living, the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) could not force those who reject the truth to hear and understand his message.

Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi notes that these are those people whose consciences have become dead, whose moral selves have become devoid of life, whose self-worship and stubbornness and obstinacy have destroyed their capacity to understand and accept the Truth.

Who are "The deaf when they turn away”

This is very psychologically precise. Here those people are mentioned who are not merely deaf - but deaf while turning away from listening to the truth. This includes deliberate refusal and avoidance with the sole intent of unwillingness to listen.

Ibn Kathir emphasizes the phrase "when they show their backs, turning away," noting that these individuals actively choose to retreat and flee from the divine message, making their own hearts hardened.

Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi notes "The deaf"  are those who have put locks on their minds and hearts so that they do not understand anything although they hear everything; then, when such people also try that the message of the Truth should not at all eater their ears, and they should avoid and keep away from the inviter, nobody can make them hear and understand anything.  

What is being pointed here is that the problem is not lack of evidence - The problem is unwillingness to receive truth.

What is Allah teaching the Prophet ﷺ?

Allah is teaching several profound lessons:

1. You cannot force guidance

• Even the Prophet ﷺ could teach, remind and warn.
• But he could not control hearts and force faith into non receptive hearts.
• This is a major Qur’ānic principle: Guidance ultimately belongs to Allah.
• Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi notes that "It is not for the Prophet that he should help and guide the blind by the hand to the the right way all through the life. He can only show guidance to the right path. But guiding those whose mind's eyes have been blinded and who do not at all see the way that the Prophet tries to show them, is not within the power of the Prophets."

2. Truth requires receptivity

• That is A person may hear words physically - but not absorb them spiritually
• The Qur’an here thus distinguishes between hearing sound and hearing truth

3. Some people become spiritually numb

Repeated rejection of truth hardens the heart. And eventually a stage comes when reminders no longer affect them for the dominance of ego weakens their conscientiousness. This is spiritual “death.”

What does this verse ask of Us today?

This verse is not only about others — it asks us to examine ourselves.

• Are our hearts alive? That is do we still:
• Feel moved by Qur’an?
• Reflect?
• Repent?
• Feel moral discomfort when wrong?
• Or have we become spiritually numb?
• Are we truly listening?
• Many people consume information constantly - but avoid transformative truth.
• The verse asks: Are we listening sincerely, or only defending our desires?
• Do we force people harshly?
• The verse teaches balance in Da'wah. That is convey truth sincerely - but do not become arrogant or coercive.
• This is for the reason that hearts are not controlled by humans.
• Modern relevance
• Today people are surrounded by: noise distractions ideology and entertainment.
• This can create: (1) spiritual deafness, (2) Not lack of intelligence — but inability to hear deeper truths.

Connection with other Qur’ānic verses

This theme appears throughout the Qur’an, mentioned herein under:

• 2:18: “Deaf, dumb, blind — they will not return.”
• 35:22: “You cannot make those in the graves hear.”
• 50:37: “Indeed in that is a reminder for whoever has a heart or listens while present in mind.”

The issue is presence of heart.

A very deep insight

This verse teaches that disbelief is often not merely intellectual. It can become psychological, moral and spiritual.

A person may reject truth because of ego, pride, attachment to tribal and ancestral beliefs, personal desires and above all fear of change. This is why the Qur’an speaks so much about the heart, not only the mind.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

For an Overview / and more selected verses from Sürah Ar Rum, please refer to our exclusive reference post on Sürah (30) ’Ar-Rūm (The Romans), already published.

You may also refer to our exclusive reference pages: 

• Selected verses from selected Surahs of Al-Qurʾān for compiled verses from other surahs.
• Selected Verses from Al Qur'an about a Specific Subject (Reference Page) to know more about what Qur'an says about specific subjects
• Selected Verses from the Qur'an. 

You may also refer to our Reference Pages  and Understanding Al Qur'an for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

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An effort has been made to gather explanation / exegesis of the surahs and selected verses of Al-Qurʾān from authentic sources and then present a least possible condensed explanation of the surah. In that the exegesis of the chapters of the Quran is mainly based on the "Tafhim al-Qur'an - The Meaning of the Qur'an" by one of the most enlightened scholars of the Muslim World Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi.  

In addition, other sources which have been explored and views of other scholars have been incorporated while explaining meaning of a verse. Those desirous of detailed explanations and tafsir (exegesis), may refer to these sites. For expansion of meaning and themes / contextual background help from ChatGPT is also taken.

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

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Why are Muslims Divinely advised to ensure “Saakīnah” ( السَّكِينَة) - Al Qur'an tells why and how

Life is not like the stillness of a lake in a moon lit night. We have ups and downs that effect our moods and attitudes. Despite the emotional and spiritual turbulences, we all seek inner peace inner peace to calm down our disturbed hearts. The inner peace and calmness are thus states in which the heart, mind, and soul are not constantly shaken by fear, anger, anxiety, greed, or inner conflict. It does not mean life becomes free of problems. Rather, it means a person develops stability within themselves even while facing uncertainty, hardship, or emotional storms.

In Islamic language, this is closely related to sakīnah (tranquility), ṭumaʾnīnah (deep reassurance), and salām (inner peace). The Qur’an repeatedly connects true calmness with nearness to Allah, trust in Him, and a purified heart. Of these three terminologies, let us explain what is “Saakīnah” (Arabic:  السَّكِينَة)  as mentioned in Al Qur'an and how we can calm down our turbulent hearts and achieve inner peace. To explain this magic world, let us take the 4th verse of Surah 48. Al Fath (The Victory) to explain it

The Verse

In Surah Al-Fatḥ (48:4), Allah says in The Quran:

“He is the One who sent down sakīnah (tranquility, calm reassurance) into the hearts of the believers so that they would increase in faith along with their faith. And to Allah belong the forces of the heavens and the earth, and Allah is All-Knowing, All-Wise.”

Context of the Verse

This verse was revealed around the events that led to the famous Treaty of Hudaybiyyah. The terms and conditions of the treat were outwardly very frustrating for the Muslims, for they were stopped from entering Makkah to perform Umrah (the lesser pilgrimage). This along with other conditions of the treaty were apparently completely in disfavor of the Muslims and many companions struggled to understand why a towel has been thrown in favour of the idolaters of Makkah who seemingly had won over them on a  peace of paper.

Yet instead of panic or rebellion, Allah placed sakīnah into their hearts. This Godly assurance allowed them to trust Allah and obey the Prophet ﷺ more than before, and to remain united, and avoid emotional chaos. And for this trust reposed in Allah and His prophet, this treaty later proved to be a tremendous victory - rather a series of victories for the Muslims.

What is “Sakīnah” (السَّكِينَة)?

Now let us try to find out what does this Arabic word mean and how it tamed the boiling emotions of Muslims at the time.

Generally speaking, this Arabic word comes from the root which relates to: (1) stillness, (2) settling, (3)  calmness, (4) dwelling peacefully.

But Sakīnah is not merely ordinary calmness. It is a divinely-given inner peace, stability, and reassurance placed in the heart by Allah. It includes:

• Emotional steadiness during hardship,
• Spiritual certainty amid confusion,
• Calm during fear,
• Dignity under pressure,
• Trust in Allah despite uncertainty.

That is men with sakīnah may still feel sadness or difficulty, but internally they are not shattered.

Sakīnah in the Qur’an

Allah mentions sakīnah several times during battles, fear, migration, and crises. For example:

• Upon the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr in the cave during Hijrah (9:40),
• Upon believers during trials,
• And at Hudaybiyyah in this verse.

This shows sakīnah is especially sent during turbulence.

Why is Sakīnah so important today?

We live in a world which expects more from a man in a given timeframe as compared to previous times when men had plenty of time to think and pursue a goal. 

• This speed has added to anxiety, overstimulation, social media pressure, comparison, uncertainty, outrage culture, and constant distraction.
• Today, people have immense information but little mental peace.
• Although, many possess have means of entertainment, comfort, wealth, and connectivity - yet they remain internally restless.

A lot of books have been written to address stress and discomfort. Scholars today address stress and discomfort by shifting from reactive reduction to proactive prevention, neuro-biological regulation, and changing an individual’s relationship with discomfort. Rather than attempting to completely eliminate these unavoidable human experiences, current academic consensus focuses on building systemic resilience, re-engineering the brain’s neural pathways, and deploying real-time micro-interventions.

However, all these lectures and studies while identifying the why of our inner battles, fail to give out concrete steps to limit stress and mental pressures. But the Qur’an identifies a deeper human need: Not merely comfort — but tranquility of the heart.

How Can We Attain Sakīnah?

1. Through remembrance of Allah

• Allah says: “Surely in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest.” (13:28)
• That is why Dhikr softens internal turbulence.
• For example, when one's mind is agitated, restless and fails to find answers to  many WHYs in life, he must resort to sincere duʿā’, recitation of Qur’an, do istighfār (repentance and seeking forgiveness) and indulge in quiet reflection of verses of the Qur'an which give solace to a disturbed heart and mind.

2. Through trust in Allah (tawakkul)

Much anxiety comes from trying to control everything. Sakīnah grows when a believer learns to strive sincerely, while accepting Allah’s wisdom in outcomes.

Treaty of Hudaybiyyah teaches that one may not understand events immediately, but Allah may be opening hidden الخير (goodness) which start to unfold in time.

3. Through obedience and avoiding sin

Sin often produces inner instability, spiritual darkness, guilt, and emotional agitation. But firm faith and true obedience to Allah's guidance creates spiritual clarity and calm. This does not mean believers never struggle emotionally, but hearts connected to Allah recover differently.

4. Through the Qur’an

Those who really read Al Qur'an while reflecting on its verses and the trying to find the hidden Divine wisdom, often find their hearts moving and a feeling that someone is watching over their actions. That is why Al Qur’an repeatedly describes itself as source of inner healing, mercy, guidance, light.

That is why deep engagement with Al Quran develops inner grounding - when not merely recitation with the tongue — but reflection with the heart.

5. Through patience during trials

• Sakīnah is often born inside hardship, not outside it.
• The companions received sakīnah not in luxury, but in uncertainty and pressure.
• Sometimes trials remove illusions and reconnect a person to Allah more deeply than ease ever could.
• A Beautiful Spiritual Insight: The verse says: “so that they would increase in faith along with their faith.” 
• This means sakīnah strengthens īmān, and īmān strengthens sakīnah - They reinforce one another.
• A calm heart sees more clearly - that is why a heart connected to Allah panics less before worldly turbulence.

A Timeless Lesson

This verse teaches that true strength is not loudness or aggression. The companions at Hudaybiyyah showed extraordinary restraint because Allah placed sakīnah in their hearts.

• Today many people seek external success, influence, and stimulation - while their hearts remain exhausted. 
• But the Qur’an points toward something deeper - A heart settled by nearness to Allah. That is sakīnah.

Ibn Kathir, defines Sakinah (السكينة)  as a divinely sent state of tranquility, inner peace, and reassurance that Allah places into the hearts of the believers during moments of severe fear, danger, or trial.

“Saakīnah” ( السَّكِينَة) thus softens a believers heart and relieves him of unnecessary pressures and expectations. It helps a believer to develop a state of mind which feels rested the more one get to know Allah, His wisdom and the hidden direction which can only show the right path if one so tries to find out.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

You may refer to more Selected Verses from  Sürah 48. Al Fath (The Victory) already published.

You may also refer to our exclusive reference pages: 

• Selected verses from selected Surahs of Al-Qurʾān for compiled verses from other surahs.
• Selected Verses from Al Qur'an about a Specific Subject (Reference Page) to know more about what Qur'an says about specific subjects
• Selected Verses from the Qur'an. 

You may also refer to our Reference Pages  and Understanding Al Qur'an for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

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An effort has been made to gather explanation / exegesis of the surahs and selected verses of Al-Qurʾān from authentic sources and then present a least possible condensed explanation of the surah. In that the exegesis of the chapters of the Quran is mainly based on the "Tafhim al-Qur'an - The Meaning of the Qur'an" by one of the most enlightened scholars of the Muslim World Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi.  

In addition, other sources which have been explored and views of other scholars have been incorporated while explaining meaning of a verse. Those desirous of detailed explanations and tafsir (exegesis), may refer to these sites. For expansion of meaning and themes / contextual background help from ChatGPT is also taken.

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Whoever breaks his pledge only breaks it to his own loss (Selected verses from Al-Qurʾān)

A pledge is a serious promise, commitment, or assurance that a person gives to another person, group, cause, or principle. It usually carries a stronger sense of duty and honor than an ordinary casual statement. A pledge says, in effect: “I bind myself to this commitment.” Or in other words, when someone makes a pledge, they are effectively saying: “You may depend on me.”

 

Breaking pledges is therefore not taken well because a pledge is more than words — it creates an expectation of reliability, trust, and moral commitment between people. If that commitment is broken, several important things are damaged.

And if a pledge is made with a prophet of Allah, it binds the one who taking the pledge not with the prophet. but Allah Himself, for any pledge so made means making a pledge with Allah that His prophet will never be left alone or betrayed. This is the theme of the 10th verse of Surah 48. Al Fath quoted and explained herein under - for it is as relevant today as it was when it was revealed on to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

The Verse

Allah says in The Quran - Surah Al-Fath 48:10

“Indeed, those who pledge allegiance to you ˹O Prophet˺ are actually pledging allegiance to Allah. The Hand of Allah is over their hands. So whoever breaks his pledge only breaks it to his own loss. And whoever fulfills what he has covenanted with Allah, He will grant him a great reward.”

Historical Context 

This verse was revealed during the famous Pledge of Riḍwān at Hudaybiyyah. Let us first under stand what does mean:

The Arabic translation of Pledge of Riḍwān is Bayʿat al-Riḍwān (بَيْعَةُ الرِّضْوَان) literally means “The Pledge of Pleasure/Approval” or more naturally: “The Pledge of Divine Pleasure”. In old Arabic culture, a pledge was often sealed by placing hands together, similar to a transaction or covenant.

This pledge has its historical significance in Islam. In 6 AH, Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and about 1400 companions traveled peacefully toward Makkah to perform ʿUmrah. The Quraysh stopped them at Hudaybiyyah. While the Muslims were camped, a rumor spread that the Prophet’s companion Uthman ibn Affan had been killed in Makkah. At that critical moment, the Prophet ﷺ took a pledge from the companions under a tree that Muslims would remain loyal, stand firm and united, and defend the mission even if battle became necessary. 

For details of Treaty of Hudaybiyyah, read our post: How loyalty to blind pride and false ego leads to arrogance and fanaticism of ignorance - Al Qur'an explains

Allah honored this pledge so highly that He described it as a pledge made directly with Him. This event is also praised in verse 48:18:

“Allah was certainly pleased with the believers when they pledged allegiance to you under the tree…”

“Those who pledge allegiance to you are actually pledging allegiance to Allah”

Plain meaning of the verse

This means "Obeying the Messenger ﷺ in truth and righteousness is obedience to Allah," because the Prophet ﷺ did not speak from personal desire regarding revelation and divine guidance. The verse elevates the seriousness of commitment to faith:

• Loyalty to divine truth,
• Sincerity in covenant,
• and standing firm during hardship.

Ibn Kathir interprets this as a declaration of unity between the Messenger and the Creator. Because the Prophet conveys only Allah's commands, honoring a covenant with him is essentially honoring a covenant with Allah. This is similar to the concept in Surah An-Nisa (4:80), "He who obeys the Messenger, has indeed obeyed Allah."

It also shows the immense status of the Prophet ﷺ as Allah’s Messenger: “The Hand of Allah is over their hands” This is one of the profound expressions in the Qur’an.

• What does it mean?
• When the companions placed their hands in the Prophet’s hand during the pledge, Allah said: “The Hand of Allah is over their hands.”
• Classical scholars explained this as Allah’s support, authority, witness, blessing, and acceptance of the pledge.
• It signifies that Allah was spiritually present with His aid and approval.
• This emphasizes the sacred and binding nature of the pledge. Ibn Kathir explains that Allah was observing them, present with them, and that His Hand was above their hands when they placed them in the Prophet's hand. It is a figurative expression indicating divine backing, protection, and ratification of the pact.
• Important theological point
• Muslims affirm what Allah says about Himself without likening Him to creation.
• Early Sunni scholars said: "we affirm the attribute as Allah mentioned it - but “there is nothing like unto Him” (42:11).
• So the verse should not be understood in a crude physical or human way. Rather, it reflects Allah’s majesty in a manner befitting Him.
• “Whoever breaks his pledge only harms himself” 
• This teaches personal responsibility. Breaking commitment to truth harms one’s soul, faith, integrity, and relationship with Allah.
• The companions were being reminded that loyalty in difficult times is a test of sincerity.
• “Whoever fulfills his covenant… He will grant him a great reward”
• This applies beyond Hudaybiyyah.
• Every believer has covenants with Allah, that is in prayer, honesty, justice, modesty, patience, trustworthiness, and standing for truth.
• Remember: Faith is not merely words; it is commitment.

This image (Allah's hand over theirs) puts an end to any thought anyone might have had about retracting their pledge. Should the Prophet disappear in person, God Himself will never disappear. It is He who accepts this pledge, watches its fulfilment and gives its reward. "He who breaks his pledge does so to his own detriment." (Verse 10) Whatever pledge is made between God and any of His servants is richly profitable to God's servant. It is he who will profit by God's favours, while God is in no need of anyone. Therefore, when anyone breaks his pledge with God, he is the loser. Furthermore, he exposes himself to God's anger and punishment, because God loves those who are true to their promises and dislikes those who deliberately break them. "But to the one who fulfils his pledge to Him, God will grant a rich reward." 

Deep Lessons for Today

1. Faith requires steadfastness during uncertainty

• The companions pledged loyalty at a tense and frightening moment. True faith appears during trials, not comfort.
• Today believers face moral pressure, social temptation, ideological confusion, and fear of standing for truth.
• This verse thus teaches courage and steadfastness.

2. Commitments are sacred in Islam

• Modern culture often treats promises lightly. Islam treats covenants seriously in marriage, contracts, trust, leadership, friendship, and religious obligations.
• Breaking trust corrodes both society and spirituality.

3. Islam is built on sincerity, not slogans

• The companions backed their words with sacrifice and readiness.
• The Qur’an repeatedly distinguishes between verbal faith, and lived faith.

4. Allah honors those who support truth sincerely

• The companions at Hudaybiyyah seemed outwardly weak and blocked from Makkah, yet Allah called the treaty a “clear victory” (48:1).
• Sometimes what appears like defeat becomes the beginning of great success.
• This is a timeless spiritual lesson:
• Patience before breakthrough,
• Trust before clarity,
• Obedience before victory.

Spiritual Reflection

This verse asks every believer:

• What promises have I made to Allah?
• Am I faithful to them when tested?
• Is my religion only emotional attachment, or genuine commitment?

The companions placed their hands in the Prophet’s hand physically. Believers today therefore MUST renew that pledge spiritually through: Obedience, sincerity, sacrifice, and steadfastness upon truth. Unless we stand firm on our faith and keep our pledges within our ranks, we are liable to find cracks in our ranks. Even pledges with others should also be honoured so long the others honour their pledges too. Let us ponder over this verse and see how can we be honest and trustworthy in our dealings and covenants.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

You may refer to more Selected Verses from  Sürah 48. Al Fath (The Victory) already published.

You may also refer to our exclusive reference pages: 

• Selected verses from selected Surahs of Al-Qurʾān for compiled verses from other surahs.
• Selected Verses from Al Qur'an about a Specific Subject (Reference Page) to know more about what Qur'an says about specific subjects
• Selected Verses from the Qur'an. 

You may also refer to our Reference Pages  and Understanding Al Qur'an for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

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An effort has been made to gather explanation / exegesis of the surahs and selected verses of Al-Qurʾān from authentic sources and then present a least possible condensed explanation of the surah. In that the exegesis of the chapters of the Quran is mainly based on the "Tafhim al-Qur'an - The Meaning of the Qur'an" by one of the most enlightened scholars of the Muslim World Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi.  

In addition, other sources which have been explored and views of other scholars have been incorporated while explaining meaning of a verse. Those desirous of detailed explanations and tafsir (exegesis), may refer to these sites. For expansion of meaning and themes / contextual background help from ChatGPT is also taken.

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

If you like Islam: My Ultimate Decision, and to keep yourself updated on all our latest posts to know more about Islam, follow us on Facebook. You may also refer to our Facebook  Group Islam: The Ultimate Truth for more on Islam and Da'wah.

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Why Al Qur’an describes Zulm ( ظلم ) / oppression and injustice as one of the gravest moral and spiritual evils

No respectable family, community or nation ratifies oppression, injustice or wrongdoing or simply Zulm ( ظلم ) / done to to a man or community. Yet man has always been barbaric in nature and feels happy by oppressing others or doing injustice to the innocent or even feeling no shame in committing wrongdoing himself to take advantage of the weak and meek. 

There is a famous saying of the 1762 political philosophy book The Social Contract by Swiss philosopher Jean-Jacques Rousseau "Man is born free and everywhere he is in chains" - an oft used quote to express the fate of the weak and might of the powerful.

It was true then, or even before since time immemorial, and continues to be true even today - and would continue to be so in times to come. Books are replete with examples of man's torture and oppression, while movies adequately portray the bitter truth - though to the delight of many, for man is intrinsically inclined towards harming others.

Today, through this post, we will try to explain why Al Qur'an describes Zulm ( ظلم ) / oppression and injustice as one of the gravest moral and spiritual evils. In fact oppression or Zulm is tangent to the core message of Islam which itself means peace. 

How Zulm is defined in Al Qur'an

The word comes from the idea of putting something out of its rightful place, violating rights, or acting unjustly toward God, others, or oneself. Therefore Islam condemns Zulm so strongly because it destroys justice, corrupts the soul, spreads suffering, and opposes the moral order God commands.

Let us know more why Zulm is considered as one of the gravest moral and spiritual evils: 

1. Allah does not approve of oppression

The Qur’an repeatedly states that Allah rejects injustice and wrongdoers. Herein under are some references from Al Qur'an that reject Zulm and consider the oppressors and the wrongdoers as the most abhorred beings.

• “And Allah does not love the wrongdoers (ẓālimīn).” — Qur’an 3:57
• Read explanation at: Why the wrongdoers are robbed of Humility and punished
• “Indeed, Allah commands justice, excellence, and giving to relatives, and forbids immorality, wrongdoing, and oppression.” — Qur’an 16:90
• Read explanation: Allah enjoins Three Virtues - and Forbids Three Vices
• “Do not let the hatred of a people prevent you from being just. Be just; that is nearer to righteousness.” — Qur’an 5:8

Justice is required even toward enemies. This shows that in Islam justice is not based on tribal loyalty, emotion, or power.

2. Oppression against people is a major sin

The Qur’an strongly condemns those who abuse power, exploit others, or spread corruption:

• “The way of blame is only against those who oppress people and tyrannize upon the earth without right.” — Qur’an 42:42
• “And do not think Allah is unaware of what the wrongdoers do.” — Qur’an 14:42

Pharaoh is mentioned in Al Qur'an as an example of utter oppressor and injustice. About Pharaoh, the Qur’an says:

• “Indeed, Pharaoh exalted himself in the land and divided its people into factions, oppressing a group among them.” — Qur’an 28:4
• Pharaoh is presented as the model of tyranny, arrogance, abuse of power, dehumanization, and oppression of the weak.

3. Shirk is called the greatest Zulm

The Qur’an describes associating partners with Allah (shirk) as the greatest injustice:

“Indeed, shirk is a tremendous ظلم (ẓulm).” — Qur’an 31:13

Why shirk is the greatest Zulm? Because from the Qur’anic perspective:

• Worship belongs only to Allah,
• Dependence ultimately belongs to Him alone,
• and giving divine status to created things distorts reality itself.

That is why shirk is described as the greatest misplacement of truth and devotion.

Read about shirk from our reference page: Understanding Shirk - Grave sin of Associating Partners with Allah

4. People often wrong themselves

The Qur’an frequently says people “wrong themselves”:

• “Allah did not wrong them, but they wronged themselves.” — Qur’an 3:117
• This includes: all types of sins, rejecting truth, moral corruption, and destructive choices.

The idea is that injustice harms the soul of the oppressor before anyone else.

5. Allah has forbidden ظلم even for Himself

One of the most powerful Hadith Qudsi states:

“O My servants, I have forbidden oppression for Myself and have made it forbidden among you, so do not oppress one another.” — Sahih Muslim, Hadith 2577

This is one of the clearest statements in Islam about the sanctity of justice.

6. The prayer of the oppressed is especially feared

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ warned strongly against oppressing others:

“Beware of the supplication of the oppressed, for there is no barrier between it and Allah.” — Sahih al-Bukhari and Sahih Muslim 

This applies even if the oppressed person is weak or socially powerless.

7. Oppression becomes darkness on the Day of Judgment

The Prophet ﷺ said: 

“Oppression will be darkness on the Day of Resurrection.” — Sahih al-Bukhari, Sahih Muslim

Which means that injustice blinds moral clarity, and its consequences appear fully in the Hereafter.

Why is Zulm treated so negatively in Islam?

The Qur’anic and Prophetic view is that oppression destroys the foundations of human life and destroys justice

Without justice: (1) Trust collapses, (2) societies decay, (3) corruption spreads, (4) the weak suffer and (5) It corrupts the oppressor

Arrogance and tyranny harden the heart. Pharaoh is repeatedly used as an example of how power without humility leads to destruction. It violates human dignity

The Qur’an teaches that humans were honored by Allah:

“We have certainly honored the children of Adam.” Al Qur’an 17:70

Oppression humiliates and strips people of rights Allah granted them. It opposes taqwa (God-consciousness). True righteousness requires fairness, mercy, and accountability.

Islam emphasizes mercy and repentance instead

Even though ظلم is condemned strongly, repentance is always open:

“Say, ‘O My servants who have transgressed against themselves, do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins.’” - Qur’an 39:53

So the Qur’an combines justice, accountability, mercy, and reform. A person is not condemned forever if they sincerely repent and restore rights.

Summary

In the Qur’an and authentic Hadith, Zulm is hated because it (1) Violates truth, (2) abuses power, (3) harms people, (4) corrupts the soul, (5) and destroys the balance Allah established.

That is why Islam places such enormous emphasis on:

• Justice (ʿadl),
• Mercy (raḥmah),
• Honesty,
• Humility,
• and protecting the rights of others.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

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For more Q&A about Understanding Islam, please refer to our reference page: Understanding Islam - Frequently asked Q&A. You may also refer to our refference page: Scholars' Viewpoint on important issue related to Islam to know more about Islam.

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