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Malfuzat - Volume I 45 companions of the Holy Prophets were also trained gradually. What was their initial state? They could be likened to the seeds sown by a farmer. The Holy Prophet, peace and blessings of Allah be upon him, then watered these seedlings. He continuously prayed for them. The seed was healthy and the soil fertile, and so this watering brought forth excellent fruits. Be it day or night, the compan- ions emulated the Holy Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him. You ought to wholeheartedly seek repentance, wake up for Tahajjud, pray, purify your heart, forsake your weaknesses, and mould your words and actions according to the will of God Almighty. Be certain that Allah the Exalted shall bless one who tirelessly follows this advice, and actively prays and brings their plea before God. The heart of such a person shall be transformed. Do not lose hope in God. با کریمان کار با دشوار نیست No task is difficult for the valiant. Some people say: 'Are we out to become saints?' Regrettably such people have shown no regard whatsoever. There is no doubt that one is to become a saint. If one treads the right path, God shall also move towards such a person, and ulti- mately, he shall receive communion with God. Even if a person moves slowly in His direction, God Almighty shall move towards him with far greater swiftness in response. Hence, the following verse alludes to this very fact: وَالَّذِيْنَ جَاهَدُوا فِيْنَا لَنَهْدِيَنَّهُمْ سُبُلَنَا. . . الخ ) And as for those who strive in Our path - We will surely guide them in Our ways. So bear in mind all the counsel I have given you today, for it is on this that salva- tion depends. Divine pleasure ought to dominate your interaction with God and His creation. Through this you must become an embodiment of the following: وَاخَرِيْنَ مِنْهُمْ لَمَّا يَلْحَقُوا بِهِمُ. . . الخ And among others from among them who have not yet joined them. al-Ankabut, 29:70 al-Jumu'ah, 62:4