Principles of Islam
26. Mercy of God
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one another which should manifest itself at all times
in their conversations and transactions.
An individual – so tradition has it – once came to
the Prophet and asked him for some masterly piece
of advice, which would enable him to tackle the
problems of life with greater efficacy. The Prophet
replied, ‘Don’t get angry.’ This wise counsel meant
that human beings should live together like
brothers, friends. Even the most galling of situations
should not provoke them. Regardless of the
circumstance they should never abandon this
culture of
rahmat.
It is repeatedly stated in the Qur’an that everything
in the universe is subservient to the will of God.
That being so, the universe, displaying as it does all
the various manifestations of His will, His likes and
His dislikes, presents the perfect model for human
behaviour. It is up to man to adopt this model in his
daily living.
What is this example set by the universe? It is one of
the perpetual benefits to man, without receiving
anything in return. The sun gives light and heat to
the whole world without demanding a price for it.
