Faith (Belief) consists of more than sixty branches (i.e. parts). And Haya (This term 'Haya' covers a large number of concepts which are to be taken together; amongst them are self respect, modesty, bashfulness, and scruple, etc.) is a part of faith.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Faith has many aspects; modesty and self‑respect (haya) are part of it.
- In plain terms
- Modesty is a component of faith.
- What can you take from it?
- Cultivate humility as part of spiritual growth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What does humility mean in your life?
- How does modesty affect belief?
Another view
Interpretations of 'haya' differ across cultures.
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