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Allah explained that the reason why we should worship Him alone is that He is the only one worthy of worship and praise, because of His perfect Essence and sublime attributes. The main motive for worship should be what Allah has of majesty, greatness and perfection, and what is unique to Him of the attributes of divinity and Lordship. The second motive is the blessings that Allah bestows upon His slaves and His kindness towards them, for hearts are inclined to love the one who is kind to them.

It is not allowed for male children, if they are ten years old or more  or have reached the age of puberty, to sleep with their mothers or sisters in the same bedding or mattress. Children less than ten years old are permitted to do so if there is a need, such as looking after them, provided there is no fear of temptation.

Obeying Allah not only brings immense rewards in the Hereafter, but also opens the doors to success and provision in this world. The key is to maintain sincerity in worship, with a pure intention focused on seeking the pleasure of Allah.

The Arabic word Taghabun (great loss or deprivation) comes from the word Ghabn, which means loss when buying or selling, or selling someone short. The Day of Resurrection is called Yawm At-Taghabun because of what will become apparent on that day of the loss of those who followed disbelief and misguidance, for they have sold their Hereafter for the sake of worldly gain. So their loss will become apparent and whatever profit they made will perish.

Remembering Allah (Dhikr) brings great benefits, such as spiritual well-being, tranquility and softening of the heart. By Dhikr the Muslim attains great reward by doing a small deed, which is simply moving one’s lips and reciting a few words. Dhikr is required from everyone, and it is encouraged in all circumstances, apart from exceptional situations. The believer who loves Allah and His Messenger, and is certain of the truth of His religion, inevitably remembers Allah all the time. Even if he only recites a little Dhikr, he cannot be a hypocrite, but he is missing out on a great deal of reward.