Introducing Islam a Simple Introduction to Islam
The Teachings of the Prophet
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between. No one will be able to intercede before
God in the Hereafter either. He will decide
everyone’s case according to His own knowledge;
no one will be able to influence His judgement. God
is not accountable to anyone for His decisions. All
His judgements are based on wisdom and justice;
He is not influenced by intercession and proximity.
Worship of God is much more than just superficial
rituals; it is total submission. If one worships God,
then one devotes oneself entirely to one’s Lord,
fearing Him, loving Him, having hopes in Him, and
concentrating on Him alone. Worship of God is
total self-surrender; it is much more than occasional
observance of mere formalities.
When dealing with others, we should always bear
in mind that God is watching over us. He will deal
with us as we have dealt with others. So, in order to
avoid recrimination when our actions are weighed
up on the divine scales of justice, it is essential that
we avoid evils such as cruelty, dishonesty, pride,
antagonism, jealousy, selfishness and callousness. If
one fears God, one will not treat His creatures with
disdain, for those who mistreat God’s creatures
