Causes Quote by Ibn Taymiyyah
“Sins cause harm and repentance removes the cause”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Al-‘Aqidah al-Waasitiyya, 13th century
Harmful actions damage others; sincere repentance eliminates the root cause of that harm.
In simple terms: Wrong deeds hurt; repentance fixes the source.
Key Takeaway
Seek repentance to stop causing harm.
Themes
morality
spirituality
responsibility
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
moral
religious
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- community leadership
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Islamic theology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What harm have you caused that needs repentance?
- How can you prevent repeat offenses?
A Different Perspective
Repentance alone may not repair all damage done.
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