The Teachings of Islam
A Day in the Life of a Muslim
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aware of the fact that one day he will be held to
account for his actions. When night falls, and he is
free of all commitments, he once again washes and,
after offering the night prayer, goes to bed. As he
drops off to sleep, this prayer is on his lips: “Lord,
my life and death are in Your hands. Forgive me
and have mercy on me.” It is evident then that a
Muslim does not organize his life-pattern
independently. When he arranges his life, it is with
God clearly before him.
