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10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by eluquenson(m): 7:57am On Aug 14, 2015 |
We should make it a habit to beseech Allah’s forgiveness as much as we can. We will receive numerous benefits for doing so. ![]() When we seek forgiveness, it dissuades us from persisting in sin. We are realizing and acknowledging our mistakes, not rationalizing them. The following are but a few of them: Forgiveness of sins Allah quotes Noah speaking to his people: {Ask forgiveness from your Lord; for He is Oft-Forgiving.} (71:10) It is a reason for the rains to fall Noah continues: {He will send rain to you in abundance.} (71: 11) Increase in wealth Noah continues: {And give you increase in wealth and children.} (71: 12) Prosperity and success Noah continues: {And provide gardens for you and provide rivers for you.} (71: 12) This expresses the good of this world that Allah provides us. The term “gardens” here refers to worldly provisions as well as the gardens of Paradise in the Hereafter. It also refers to the good that comes as a result of the water Allah provides to the Earth. Increased strength This comprehends all kinds of strength. As Prophet Hud said to his people: {O my people! Ask forgiveness of your Lord, then turn unto Him repentant; He will cause the sky to rain abundance on you and will add unto you strength to your strength.} (11: 52) This includes the inner strength which comes from having peace of mind and a conscience that is free from the burden of sin. A good life Allah says: {Ask forgiveness of your Lord and turn to Him repentant. He will cause you to enjoy a fair estate until a time appointed.} (11: 3) Life is good to those who are righteous and God-fearing. It is also good to those who return to Allah in repentance, asking His forgiveness, and compensating for their sins by engaging in good deeds. Relief from hardships Allah says: {Allah will not punish them while they are asking His forgiveness.} (8: 33) This is because when we seek forgiveness, it dissuades us from persisting in sin. We are realizing and acknowledging our mistakes, not rationalizing them. Allah’s mercy Allah says: {Beseech Allah’s forgiveness, that perchance you will be shown mercy.} (27: 46) It atones for the mistakes made when we interact with one another In the latter part of his life, whenever the Prophet stood up from meeting with people, he used to say: “Glory and praise be to Allah. I bear witness that there is no God but Him. I beseech His forgiveness and turn to Him in repentance.” (Al-Bukhari and Muslim) The first time he did this, a man asked him: “You have said something you have never said before.” The Prophet replied: “It atones for whatever happened during the meeting.” It placates our fears and worries The Prophet said: “Whoever asks Allah’s forgiveness often, Allah will give them relief from every worry, make a way out for them from every difficulty, and provide for them from whence they least expect it.” (Abu Dawud) Ibn al-Qayyim comments in Zad al-Ma`ad: As for the effect that beseeching Allah’s forgiveness has on our fears, worries, and difficulties, one thing all rational people from all nations and faith traditions agree upon is that sins and corruption cause anxiety, fear, and depression, as well as diseases of the heart. Indeed, even after the sinful people have had their fill from indulging in sin, the resultant anxiety and worry that remains in their hearts causes them to return to the sin again to ward away those feelings. One of the most notorious sinners penned these verses: A draught I drank for the pure pleasure that it gave The next to cure what the first draught had made me crave! Since this is the effect that sins and transgressions have on the heart, the only real cure is to beseech Allah’s forgiveness. It seems that Ibn al-Qayyim is alluding to addiction, which not only relates to alcohol and drug use, but to any habitual sin, like illicit affairs and pornography. This requires appealing to Allah for forgiveness frequently, as well as seeking treatment, engaging in wholesome activities, and keeping good company. Addiction of any kind requires professional help, since addiction itself compels the perpetration of the act, even in the absence of any pleasure. The pleasure of the activity might have been what got the addict started in the first place, but then when it turns into a psychological or physical dependency, the compulsion to do it remains even in the absence of any positive sensation. The following advice is attributed to Luqman: “My son, make it your tongue’s habit to say: ‘O Allah, forgive me,’ since there are times during the day that no petitioner is turned down.” (Shu`ab al-Iman (1120)) Aisha said: “Blessed are those who have in their record of deeds that they sought Allah’s forgiveness often.” Abu al-Minhal said: “The best neighbor one can have in the grave is the forgiveness that one had sought from Allah.” Qatadah said: “This Quran reveals to you your affliction and its cure. Your sins are your affliction and the cure is to ask Allah’s forgiveness.” Al-Hasan said: “Ask Allah’s forgiveness frequently, when you are at home, when you are dining, when you are on the road, when you are shopping, and at your gatherings. You never know when Allah will bestow His forgiveness.” O Allah! We have wronged ourselves greatly, and no one forgives sins but You, so forgive us and have mercy on us. Indeed You are the Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful. Fore more on Islamic Knowledge 34 Likes 5 Shares |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by DiegoNakel(m): 11:39am On Sep 04, 2015 |
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Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by kayzeesoft(m): 11:41am On Sep 04, 2015 |
DiegoNakel:Monsha Allah |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by Kingsley1000(m): 11:45am On Sep 04, 2015 |
that's so true... we should all seek for penance...the prime factor that can jeopadize and distort your future is sin, so its imperative to avoid it 4 Likes |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by Nobody: 11:46am On Sep 04, 2015 |
Allahu akbar...now am on ma kneels asking for forgiveness from ALLAH 5 Likes |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by Rayman5(m): 11:49am On Sep 04, 2015 |
The worst is dat when u ask 4 forgiveness u still continue in d act God is nt stupid He will PUNISH U eeh 1 Like |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by Abumilla(m): 11:51am On Sep 04, 2015 |
jazakallahu khairan 1 Like |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by malele(m): 11:54am On Sep 04, 2015 |
Does boko haram ask forgiveness too? |
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Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by Dontbeused: 12:05pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Jazaka Allahu Khairun! فَقُلْتُ اسْتَغْفِرُوا رَبَّكُمْ إِنَّهُ كَانَ غَفَّارًا Faqultu istaghfiroo rabbakum innahu kana ghaffaran And said, 'Ask forgiveness of your Lord. Indeed, He is ever a Perpetual Forgiver. يُرْسِلِ السَّمَاءَ عَلَيْكُمْ مِدْرَارًا Yursili alssamaa AAalaykum midraran He will send [rain from] the sky upon you in [continuing] showers وَيُمْدِدْكُمْ بِأَمْوَالٍ وَبَنِينَ وَيَجْعَلْ لَكُمْ جَنَّاتٍ وَيَجْعَلْ لَكُمْ أَنْهَارًا Wayumdidkum biamwalin wabaneena wayajAAal lakum jannatin wayajAAal lakum anharan And give you increase in wealth and children and provide for you gardens and provide for you rivers. Quote from the Holy Qur'an: Nooh (71:12) 5 Likes |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by hok4u(f): 12:12pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Astagfrilah Robi Min Kuli Sabi Watubi Ilehi. 2 Likes |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by ybalogs(m): 12:15pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Astaghfirullah! Astaghfirullah!!! Astaghfirullah innallaha Gaffurur Raheem 3 Likes |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by yuzjet(m): 12:19pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Jazakum!!!! 1 Like |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by Aseneshii: 12:36pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Astagfhfurullah... Inna laha Gafurun Rahim. 1 Like |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by baruzeez(m): 12:49pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Astaghfirullah! Astaghfirullah!!! Astaghfirullah innallaha Gaffurur Raheem 1 Like |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by Walexz02(m): 1:04pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Allahu akbar . Jumaat Kareem friends 1 Like |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by AnanseK(m): 2:14pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Rabbigh fir lee wa liwaa lidaiya wa liman dakhala baitiya mu'minanw wa lil mu'mineena wal mu'minaati wa laa tazidiz zaalimeena illaa tabaaraa 1 Like |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by abdrazak: 5:06pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
Oh Allah! You are The Most Forgiver, Please forgive us our sins and have mercy upon me, my family, love ones and the generality of Muslim Ummah. |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by demmy66: 8:43pm On Sep 04, 2015 |
nice thread bro.. Jazakumulahu airan 1 Like |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by Kazrem(m): 12:15am On Sep 05, 2015 |
If not for anything at least for forgiveness of sins. Sins alone delays the acceptance of prayer 2 Likes |
Re: 10 Benefits Of Asking God’s Forgiveness by tainot2002(m): 10:13am On Sep 05, 2015 |
Jazakumulahu 1 Like |
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