IPL Lecture 2 - Piety (Taqwa)

Question 1

What are the main outcomes of Piety (Taqwa)

Answer 1

1. Allah grants you Furqan (Ability to discern)
2. Special knowledge
3. Love of Allah (Love of Allah is for Muttaqeen, Quran 9:7
4. Allah accepts the deeds of Muttaqeen

Question 2

According to the Quran what is the criteria for determining’s one’s value

Answer 2

Piety (God Consciousness)

Question 3

What are the two processes/aspects of piety

Answer 3

1. Refraining from Sins
2. Observing/Acting on religious obligations

Question 4

What are some important qualities needed to achieve piety

Answer 4

1. Firm Resolution / Determination
2. gaining knowledge of the faith/religion & requirements
3. Love for Allah
4. Love for the Wali’s of Allah
5. asking Allah for help

Question 5

What are the Effects of Piety

Answer 5

1. Being able to distinguish Truth from Falsehood
2. Knowledge & Wisdom
3. Being Loved by Allah
4. Acceptance of Actions
5. Resolution of Problems

Question 6

What are signs of Piety on someone

Answer 6

1. one would have Control of ones eyes
2. a person would be more forgiving
3. one would have Control over Desires
4. One would have good manners
5. One would be moderate in actions
6. Immediate repentance over sins/mistakes