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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the nafs al-ammarah?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the nafs al-ammarah?
- It is inclined to injustice.
- It is the soul that encourages evil.
- It is the soul that is purified. (correct)
- It is the soul that is prone to committing sins.
What is the term used in the Quran to describe the inner strength of a person?
What is the term used in the Quran to describe the inner strength of a person?
- Insan
- Ruh
- Nafs (correct)
- Qalb
Which verse in the Quran encourages individuals to study the nafs?
Which verse in the Quran encourages individuals to study the nafs?
- Surah Al-Rūm, 30: 8
- Surah Al-Dhāriyāt, 51: 20-21
- Surah Fussilat, 41: 53
- All of the above (correct)
According to the Quran, what is the origin of creation?
According to the Quran, what is the origin of creation?
What is the meaning of nafs al-mutmainnah?
What is the meaning of nafs al-mutmainnah?
What are the two primary methods used to guide the nafs according to Islam?
What are the two primary methods used to guide the nafs according to Islam?
What is the characteristic of the nafs highlighted in the verse Al-Anbiya’, 21:37?
What is the characteristic of the nafs highlighted in the verse Al-Anbiya’, 21:37?
Which of the following is NOT a way to control or guide the nafs?
Which of the following is NOT a way to control or guide the nafs?
Flashcards
Meaning of Al-Nafs
Meaning of Al-Nafs
Al-Nafs refers to the self or soul in an individual, encompassing aspects of creation, spirit, strength, and individuality.
Characteristics of Al-Nafs
Characteristics of Al-Nafs
Al-Nafs is inclined to ownership, hasty, contentious, inclined to enmity, social, and drawn to worship.
Ways to Control Al-Nafs
Ways to Control Al-Nafs
Control can be achieved through purifying and educating it, placing it properly, training for good morals, and relating to Allah.
Degrees of Al-Nafs
Degrees of Al-Nafs
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Al-Nafs al-Ammarah
Al-Nafs al-Ammarah
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Al-Nafs al-Lawwamah
Al-Nafs al-Lawwamah
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Al-Nafs al-Zakiyyah
Al-Nafs al-Zakiyyah
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Al-Nafs al-Mutmainnah
Al-Nafs al-Mutmainnah
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Study Notes
Chapter 5: Nafs and Qalb from Islamic Perspective
- This chapter explores the concept of Nafs (self) and Qalb (heart) from an Islamic perspective.
Al-Nafs
- Meaning: Refers to the self, its characteristics, and ways to control it. The degree of the Nafs is also discussed.
- Characteristics: Inclined to ownership/power, hasty, contentious, inclined to enmity, social creature, inclined to religion and worship.
- Quranic References: Detailed meanings of Al-Nafs are outlined according to the Quran(Al-Nisa', 4:1; Al-Zumar, 39:42; An-Najm, 53:23; Yusuf, 12:26; Al-Maidah, 5:45).
- The Quran encourages study of Al-Nafs (Al-Rum, 30:8; Al-Dhariyat, 51:20-21; Fussilat, 41:53; Al-Kahfi, 18:51).
- Degrees of Al-Nafs: Different degrees of the self's development (Al-Malhamah, Al-Ammarah, Al-Lawwamah, Al-Zakiyyah, Al-Mutmainnah).
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Al-Malhamah: The soul is capable of hearing, seeing, imagining, thinking, and remembering (Al-Shams, 7-8).
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Al-Ammarah: The self inclines to evil (Yusuf 12:53), as injustice fuels it (Ibn Qayyim).
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Al-Lawwamah: Self-reproaching; the soul regrets its sins and seeks to do good (Al-Qiyamah, 201). Al-Shawkani connects this to the soul's awareness of its own shortcomings.
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Al-Zakiyyah: A purified state of self (Al-Shams, 9). The soul is detached from negative beliefs, actions, and words.
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Al-Mutmainnah: Free from impurities and confident, calm, and content with Allah. This is due to strong belief, rewards, and pleasure felt by Allah (Al-Fajr, 27-30). Qurtubi refers to this degree as a state of esteem and calmness, while Mujahide adds contentment with the will of Allah.
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Ways to Control/Guide Al-Nafs
- Purification and Education: Nafs should be educated and strengthened to handle tribulations(Ali 'Imran, 3: 186).
- Positioned Correctly: Should not be praised excessively or looked down upon too much (Al-Najm, 32; Ali Imran, 188).
- Training: Should be trained to achieve good character traits (akhlaq) (Ali Imran, 3: 159).
- Obedience: Follow and obey Allah by encouragement and warnings (targhib and tarhib) (Al-A'raf, 7: 205).
- Relating to the Creator: Continuous remembrance of Allah (zikrullah), such as tasbih, tahmid, and takbir are highlighted (Al-A'raf, 7: 205).
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