A man stating that he is of the saved sect
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Question:
He asks: Is there any harm in a follower of the Sunnah saying about himself, "I am of the saved sect," for the purpose of distinction rather than self-praise?
Answer:
He should not assert this for himself. He should say, "I hope that I am among them," or "I hope that I am of the saved sect." O Turner of hearts, a person does not declare himself righteous.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you, Honorable Shaykh,
He asks: Is there any harm in a follower of the Sunnah saying about himself, "I am of the saved sect," for the purpose of distinction rather than self-praise?
Answer:
He should not assert this for himself. He should say, "I hope that I am among them," or "I hope that I am of the saved sect." O Turner of hearts, a person does not declare himself righteous.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you, Honorable Shaykh,
Source
شرح العقيدة الواسطية [ صالح الفوزان ] [ 1438هـ ]، الإيمان بما وصف الرسول - صلى الله عليه وسلم - به ربه — islamhouse.com (45:16)
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