By his good character, a believer will attain the degree of one who prays during the night and fasts during the day.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Good character elevates a believer to the spiritual status of those who pray at night and fast by day.
- In plain terms
- Being a good person is as valuable as extra worship.
- What can you take from it?
- Cultivate good character.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What traits define good character?
- How does character influence spiritual reward?
Another view
The link between character and specific rituals may be interpreted differently across traditions.
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