The Difference Between Tawbah and Istighfar
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Question:
The last question from the brother Abu Aishah al-Fadli. He says: Which is greater, tawbah (repentance) or istighfar (seeking forgiveness)? And what is the difference between them? May Allah benefit you.
Answer:
Tawbah is returning to Allah from disobedience to obedience, and istighfar is seeking forgiveness. Al-Ghufur (forgiveness) is covering; that Allah covers this sin with His pardon, His goodness, and His generosity, and does not reveal it or expose His servant with it. Yes.
The last question from the brother Abu Aishah al-Fadli. He says: Which is greater, tawbah (repentance) or istighfar (seeking forgiveness)? And what is the difference between them? May Allah benefit you.
Answer:
Tawbah is returning to Allah from disobedience to obedience, and istighfar is seeking forgiveness. Al-Ghufur (forgiveness) is covering; that Allah covers this sin with His pardon, His goodness, and His generosity, and does not reveal it or expose His servant with it. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، 3043- الفرق بين التوبة والاستغفار | الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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