A Life of Peace

CULTURE OF COMPASSION their firm conviction, they are not easily influenced by external pressures. Even if waves of irreligious ideologies or materialistic cultures sweep over them, they remain like stone or iron—unaffected by such influences. They are deeply receptive to truth, but strongly resistant to falsehood. THE IMPORTANCE OF PATIENCE The Quran states that those who are patient will be rewarded by God without measure (39:10). Patience is the path followed by the steadfast Messengers (46:35). According to a hadith, the Prophet of Islam said:“No one has been given a gift better and more expansive than patience.” (Sahih al-Bukhari, Hadith No. 1469; Sahih Muslim, Hadith No. 1053) The Quran makes it clear that both worldly and eternal success are built upon the foundation of patience. The following are just a few examples from the Quran: • Paradise is promised for patience (76:12) • Salvation and success come through patience (23:111) • Victory is achieved through patience (8:65) • Leadership (imamat) is granted through patience (32:24) • Divine protection is ensured through patience – (3:120)