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Hadith

The World Is a Prison for the Believer

Reference: Sahih Muslim 2956

الدُّنْيَا سِجْنُ الْمُؤْمِنِ وَجَنَّةُ الْكَافِرِ

English meaning

The world is a prison for the believer and a paradise for the disbeliever.

Key lesson

This world is temporary and full of tests. The believer looks forward to the Hereafter.

Practical application

Do not be overly attached to worldly pleasures. Focus on building your Akhirah.

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