Allah Quote by Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya
“Whoever prefers Allah to all others, Allah will prefer him to others.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Al‑‘Ibadah, 13th century
Divine preference follows sincere devotion; loving Allah above all leads to His favor.
In simple terms: Loving Allah first brings His favor.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize sincere devotion to Allah.
Themes
faith
devotion
spirituality
trust
Mood
reverent
hopeful
Type
spiritual
philosophical
When to use this quote
- prayer routines
- charitable acts
- daily reflections
- community service
Key Concepts
theology
divine love
moral conduct
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you deepen your devotion?
- What obstacles prevent putting Allah first?
A Different Perspective
Human weakness can hinder devotion.
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