Islam - Its Meaning for Modern Man — Page 241
241 they will be provided therein without measure” (40:41). God does not wrong any of His creatures; on the contrary, He multiplies the consequences of all righteous conduct, and adds from Himself a vast reward (4:41). Spiritual values are not separable from moral values, but they come into play more prominently with regard to the experience of communion with God. The exercise of moral values is in itself a valuable contribution in that regard. A true concept of the attributes of God, Prayer, remembrance of God, fasting, and all the other forms of worship are powerful aids toward spiritual development. The avenues of spiritual progress and development are open to all and are not barred against any. The essential condition is that a person should sincerely accept and firmly believe in Divine guidance and act in conformity with it. The concept of righteous action in Islam is action in conformity with the will of God, which is expressed in the guidance furnished by God to mankind through the prophets. Steadfastness in this course most surely leads to the enjoyment of communion with God (103:4). The Quran says: “From among men are those who sell themselves in return for the pleasure of Allah: these are the true servants of Allah on whom the mercy and blessings of Allah descend” (2:208).