Surely the hypocrites strive to deceive Allah, and He…
“Surely the hypocrites strive to deceive Allah, and He shall requite their deceit to them, and when they stand up to prayer they stand up sluggishly; they do it only to be seen of men and do not remember Allah save a little. (The Women 4.142)”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The verse condemns hypocritical worship performed for show, urging sincere devotion and humility before God.
In simple terms: Avoid insincere worship.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate genuine, humble prayer.
Themes
faith
hypocrisy
spiritual sincerity
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- community worship
- personal reflection
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
religious practice
ethical conduct
Questions to Reflect On
- How authentic is your worship?
- What motivates you to pray beyond appearances?
A Different Perspective
May be interpreted differently across sects.