The Meaning of Ihsan and Attaining Its Level
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Question:
He also asks about ihsan (excellence in worship). What is ihsan? And how does one attain the level of ihsan?
Answer:
The Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) explained it by sayingSahih al-Bukhari 4777. This is ihsan, and it is the highest rank of the religion. Ihsan is the highest rank of the religion. The religion has three ranks: Islam, then faith, then ihsan. Yes.
He also asks about ihsan (excellence in worship). What is ihsan? And how does one attain the level of ihsan?
Answer:
The Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) explained it by saying
Ihsan is to worship Allah as if you see Him, and if you do not achieve this state of devotion, then (take it for granted that) Allah sees you.
الإحسان أن تعبد الله كأنك تراه، فإن لم تكن تراه فإنه يراك
Source
قناة «السعودية»، برنامج فتاوى — youtube.com (4:47)
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