Introducing Islam a Simple Introduction to Islam
Care in All Matters
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CARE IN ALL MATTERS
An unbeliever tends to be insensitive, but a believer
should have a heightened awareness of what is
right and wrong. The believer’s sensitivity is not
limited to God and objects generally regarded as
sacrosanct; it embraces every object of creation.
When dealing with others, be they weak or strong, a
believer is always scrupulous about giving them
their full due as prescribed by God. He always
treats animals humanely. If he is forced to
exterminate some pest, he does not do so in a cruel
manner. His sensitive nature would not allow him
to cut down a tree or crush a flower for no good
reason. He is careful not to be extravagant in his use
of water, for that would amount to misuse of a gift
of God.
Once a person has had the circumspection and
sensitivity of faith instilled in him his disposition
and actions are moulded accordingly. Faith controls
his manners, speech, movements, dealings, and
utilization of animate and inanimate objects. Even
in emotional situations, he does not act rashly; he
