An Example of Noble Character

of absolute power. Supplication is, on the one hand, an admission of one’s true condition—and on the other, a recognition of God’s true majesty. This is the highest form of realism. And realism, without a doubt, is the most meaningful act in this world. In a world created as a test, there is no deed greater than the acknowledgment of reality. YOU ARE MEMBERS, ONE OF ANOTHER The Quran tells us that men and women who reflect deeply on the signs of the heavens and the earth ultimately come to recognize the existence of the Creator through the order and harmony of creation. They declare that this world has not been made without purpose. This realization leads them to acknowledge the true messenger. They accept him and commit themselves to his mission, hoping that in the Hereafter they will be among the saved. Regarding such people, the Quran declares: “Their Lord accepted their prayer, saying, ‘I will deny no man or woman among you the reward of their labours. You are members, one of another. I will certainly forgive the sins of those who emigrated and were expelled from their homes, who suffered persecution in My cause, who fought (in defense) and were killed. I will certainly admit them to gardens through which rivers flow—as a reward from God: and with God is the best reward.’” (Quran, 3:195)