The Meccan Revelations: al-Futuhat al-Makkiyya

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In knowing the distance

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Proximity to a divine name that is related to another name over which it has no ruling in time. If the ruling of that name ruling in the time characterized by its proximity gives the servant relief from misery and possession of his happiness, then that is the closeness required by the people, and it is everything that gives the servant happiness, even if it does not. Given that, it is not closeness according to the people, even if it is closeness from another aspect, not from the point of view of what the term means.

The Messenger of God, may God bless him and grant him peace, told on the authority of his Lord in this regard that God says, “Those who draw near are not more beloved to me than performing what I do.” I made it obligatory upon them, and the servant will continue to draw near to Me with voluntary acts of worship until I love him. If I love him, I will be his hearing, sight, hand, and supporter.

And Glory be to Him said in the authentic narration: “Whoe


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