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Modesty
The Character of Islam Why is it so important?
Here Are Some Benefits of Hayaa 1. A person is honorable if he has hayaa, as one who tries to be a good human and good Muslim will surely be honored.
“Every way of life has an innate character. The character of Islam is Modesty (hayaa).” (Abu Dawood) Hayaa in Islam can be defined as modesty, shyness or bashfulness in our character, as in the way we talk, walk, dress and every other aspect of life. Hayaa encompasses self-respect, upright character, humility, decorum, scruple and therefore it is integral that a Muslim acquires it. 74 DESTINATION RIYADH OCTOBER 2016
Modesty should be deep rooted in our hearts, and apparent in the way we dress and act. Hayaa is a very clear indication of our faith.“Iman consists of more than 60 branches (parts). And Haya is a part of Iman.” (Bukhari)
A person with hayaa tries not to go against rules and Islamic teachings as he will have to face embarrassment in front of Allah.
2. Our Prophet (PBUH) said: "Hayaa does not bring anything except good." (Bukhari) 3. The Prophet (PBUH) said, "Hayaa comes from Iman; Iman leads to Paradise. Obscenity comes from antipathy; and antipathy leads to the fire." (Bukhari)
Besides, who doesn’t like modesty? Web: aateam.org theislamicteam