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Setting an Example of Piety
It is not showing off to do a good deed openly to teach people what is right or set a good example.
Problems Engendered by Superficial Piety
Our minds have been conditioned to connect religiousness & outward appearances; to judge a person's beliefs by what that person looks like.
The Gradual Approach
A'ishah tells us: "If the first thing to be revealed was: "Do not drink wine," they would have said: "We will never give up wine."
Calling to Allah by Helping Others
If we consider the qualities of Prophet Muhammad that his wife Khadîjah mentioned, we notice that they all relate in some way to helping others.
Approaches, Methods & Strategies
The Gradual Approach
Islam: Its General & Specific Meanings
Developing a Charitable Culture
Interfaith Issues
Our Prayers for Those Who Disbelieve
Some Advice for Conveying Islam to Non-Muslim Friends and Acquaintances
How Should We Speak to Them about Islam?
Difficulties & Pitfalls
Problems Engendered by Superficial Piety
Differentiating between Customs & Religious Innovations
Holding Preachers in Too High Esteem... & Disparaging Others
Prerequisites, Skills & Character Traits
Calling to Allah by Helping Others
Dialogue is a Vital Aspect of Calling to Allah
The Importance of Planning & Persistence