An Example of Noble Character

WOMEN OF PARADISE 2. Islam means submission. It refers to making oneself obedient to God—living one’s life in accordance with God’s will. Every spoken or practical expression of your will should be exactly in line with what God has commanded. 3. Devotion (Qunoot) refers to sincere obedience. It means adopting the path shown by God and His Prophet with complete mental focus and wholehearted willingness. When obedience is accompanied by inner humility and inclination, it is called qunoot. 4. Truthfulness means alignment of word and deed. That is, to say only what you intend to do and to do only what you have said. Live among people as a woman of integrity and upright character. 5. Patience is a courageous trait. It means to remain firm in fulfilling the commands of religion even if it causes hardship. To persist in religious duties despite the temptations of the ego and Satan. To stay steadfast on God’s path despite opposing influences. 6. Humility (Khushu’) refers to modesty and submissiveness. It is the inner state that arises from recognizing the greatness and full authority of God. It causes the believer’s heart to tremble before Him, and their body to shiver in awe. 7. Charity means giving from one’s wealth to those in need. Just as your own needs compel you to spend on yourself, you should not remain indifferent to the needs of others.