The Impact of Intention on Deeds
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Question:
Some phrases, and some people say that the intention of the believer is better than his deed?
Answer:
Yes, the discussion is about intention. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:Sahih al-Bukhari 1 So the criterion is not the outward form of the deed, but rather the criterion is, yes, the outward form of the deed in the prescribed manner is required, but it is not sufficient. One must have a pure intention for Allah the Exalted. Deeds are by intentions, and every person will have what he intended. This is a great hadith, and a measure for deeds, determining what is valid and what is not valid, based on the intention of the doer. So the criterion is not just the apparent form, but the criterion is the hidden intention in the heart. There should be no showing off, no seeking fame, and no worldly desire in the worship. Yes.
Some phrases, and some people say that the intention of the believer is better than his deed?
Answer:
Yes, the discussion is about intention. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
The reward of deeds depends upon the intentions and every person will get the reward according to what he has intended.
إنما الأعمال بالنيات، وإنما لكل امرئ ما نوى،
Source
نور على الدرب - الفوزان - 03/016 — archive.org (15:09)
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