08 – Ostentation and Pride in Your Health Journey – The Strong Believer – Shaykh Irshaad Sedick
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When we become healthier and our fitness level and physique change, we can easily fall into the trap of vanity, arrogance, and pride - especially when others start noticing our progress and comments on how amazing we look. In this episode, Shaykh Irshaad Sedick explains the effects of arrogance (kibr) and vanity (‘ujb) on our spirituality. Citing various Quranic ayat, he elaborates that although it is permissible to be competitive, it should always be within the boundaries of Allah Most High. For more SeekersGuidance podcast shows, visit https://seekersguidance.org/podcasts/. Help SeekersGuidance reach millions around the world through reliable knowledge and guidance from qualified scholars, completely free: become a monthly supporter – www.seekersguidance.org/donate.
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