7 Ways to Get Closer to Allah
In short
Seven simple ways to gain Allah's pleasure: dhikr, because hearts find rest in remembrance; salah, to show gratitude; istighfar, to repent and improve; dua, to make Him your friend; halal earning and eating; reciting or listening to the Qur'an; and good character with His creation.
When we become people who constantly seeks Allah's pleasure, we become so connected to Allah that we only expect things from Him
Questions answered
What is the easiest way to please Allah?
Remembering Him. Dhikr is simple, and hearts find rest in His remembrance.
What does it mean to be patient in Islam?
Engaging in acts that please Allah while trusting His plan.
Does good character bring us closer to Allah?
Yes. Being kind to His creation is one of the seven acts that please Him.
Salam, I'm Saleha
I'm a Muslim artist in Toronto. I study the Qur'an and Seerah and turn what I learn into mixed media paintings, so the stories can live on your walls.
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