He acts without contact, instructs without meeting, guides without pointing. Desires do not conflict with Him, thoughts do not mingle with Him: His essence is without qualification (takyeef), His action without effort (takleef).
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This describes God’s transcendent nature—acting without physical contact, conflict, or effort. It emphasizes divine simplicity and sovereignty.
- In plain terms
- God acts effortlessly and without physical limits.
- What can you take from it?
- Recognize God’s effortless and sovereign action.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does God act without effort?
Another view
It offers no guidance for human action.
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