Character & Good Deeds
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تجنّب الأخلاق الرذيلة
Avoiding Bad Character
Avoiding Bad Character
Bad traits to avoid.
9 min read
4 objectives
5 questions
Learning objectives
- List bad traits to avoid
- Explain the consequences of bad traits
- Practise avoiding bad traits
- Always choose good conduct
Lesson
The consequences of sin include lying, envy, slander, greed, and envy. The consequences include loss of honor, loss of relationships, and the receipt of punishment. Sin leads to a life of integrity. Practice includes guarding the tongue, moderate speech, and hatred. Self-examination every day makes you a better Muslim.
Arabic text
إِنَّ السَّمْعَ وَالْبَصَرَ وَالْفُؤَادَ كُلُّ أُولَٰئِكَ كَانَ عَنْهُ مَسْئُولًا
Source: Sahih al-Bukhari — the character of the Prophet ﷺ
Key terms
Lying
Kadhib
Telling lies
Envy
Hasad
Envy and not wanting good for others
Care
Shafaqah
Caring for and looking after others
Self-reflection
Muhasabah
Examining your own faults
Repentance
Tawbah
Returning to the right path
Comprehension quiz
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Which bad deeds should be avoided?
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What are the consequences of bad deeds?
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What should you do instead of bad deeds?
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What is care for others?
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How does self-reflection help?