All righteous deeds are a means.
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The Shaykh : Therefore, we say that all acts of worship are a means to what? To salvation from the Fire and entry into Paradise. Allah the Exalted said: [Al-Isra 17:57] So, if you fast Ramadan, it is said: this is a means to what? To the forgiveness of sins. Standing in prayer in Ramadan is also a means to the forgiveness of sins. Standing in prayer on the Night of Decree is a means to the forgiveness of sins. And all of this must be done with faith and the expectation of reward. So, all righteous deeds are a means. What is your purpose in your righteous deeds? My purpose is what Allah the Exalted said: [Ali 'Imran 3:185] For this reason, the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) sought refuge from the Fire, saying: Sunan Abi Dawud 881Da'if (Al-Albani).
