Category:

Tafsir (Quranic Interpretation)

Date:

12 Jun 2024

Location:

Dubai

Answered By:

Sheikh Khalid

Answer:

Divine Guidance (Hidayah) is a comprehensive concept in Islamic theology representing Allah's direction towards righteousness and truth. Types of Divine Guidance: 1. General Guidance (Hidayah Ammah) - Universal guidance available to all creation - Natural inclination towards goodness - Intellect and innate moral compass 2. Specific Guidance (Hidayah Khassah) - Guidance through revelation - Prophetic teachings - Quran and Sunnah - Direct spiritual enlightenment 3. Guidance of Enablement - Allah facilitating paths of righteousness - Opening hearts to understanding - Creating circumstances for spiritual growth Key Principles: - Guidance is a divine gift - Humans have free will to accept or reject - Sincere intention and effort are crucial - Continuous seeking of knowledge Obstacles to Guidance: - Arrogance - Ignorance - Desire for worldly pleasures - Refusing to reflect and contemplate Means of Attaining Guidance: - Consistent prayer - Quranic recitation - Seeking knowledge - Righteous companionship - Self-reflection - Repentance