539. He gives ten causes that can save oneself from the evil of hasad. (cont.)

That is why, Allah knows best, the Prophet (peace be upon him) specifically mentioned this matter in this hadith related to brotherhood. 1 Cf., al-Sindi, Sharh al-Arbaeen, p. I 07. Hadith #35: "Do not be envious of one another. . . " "Piety is here" - and he pointed to his chest three times. The Prophet (peace be upon him) moved from the question of showing disdain and contempt for another Muslim to the characteristic that is most deserving of respect in the sight of Allah: piety. The most important issue is not what part of the world one is from, the color of one's skin or the amount of money in one's bank account. Indeed, the most important issue is not even the outward acts that a person performs-- as outward acts are not always accompanied with what is required in the heart. The most important issue is something that is in the heart; it is taqwa or piety. Allah says in the Quran, J ., ,,. }. ,.. J / :;;i J -; ,J ,.. /l.l;JJ ୂ;1 njj . '5ij fa=M N O GI ifLJI \!.; ఑ l.,,.;:I ,,. ,,. ± / / / (i ,,. (. J ,,. ,,. ,.,,, J ,.. 01 " , \i); '. · 10 , I\ \' -· •.