Islamic Character

Worship, unity and good intentions According to Abu Hurayrah, the Prophet enumerated three things required of man by God; that he should give Him his undivided worship; that he should hold fast to His rope without becoming divided from his fellowmen; that he should be well-intentioned towards one whom God has entrusted with control of his affairs. (Muslim, Sahih) A similar tradition has been recorded by Jubayr ibn Matam. While on a pilgrimage, the Prophet delivered a sermon in Mina in which he mentioned three virtues, which the believer would unerringly translate into action: sincerity for the sake of God alone; good intentions towards rulers; firm adhesion to the Muslim community.