Translation

On the authority of Abu `Amr — and he is also called Abu `Amrah — Sufyan bin Abdullah ath- Thaqafee (may Allah be pleased with him) who said: I said, "O Messenger of Allah, tell me something about al-Islam which I can ask of no one but you." He (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said, "Say I believe in Allah — and then be steadfast."

Explanation

When asked for advice that would make him need no other, the Prophet gave this comprehensive response: belief followed by consistent practice. Steadfastness (istiqamah) is the key.

Key Lessons

• 1Faith must be followed by consistency
• 2Steadfastness is essential
• 3Simple advice can be comprehensive
• 4Consistency is better than intensity

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