The Virtue of Forgiveness in Islam

Oh, servants of Allah, I advise you and myself to fear Allah, for taqwa is the

best provision for the hereafter. Today, I speak of a virtue central to our faith,

a quality that elevates the soul and brings us nearer to our creator, forgiveness.

In Islam, forgiveness is not merely kindness. It is a divine command, a path to mercy,

and a reflection of Allah's infinite compassion. We are called to seek Allah's pardon

and to extend it to others. Let us explore this virtue through the light of the Holy

Quran. Forgiveness begins with recognizing Allah as Al-Ghafoor, The Forgiving,

and Ar-Rahim, The Merciful. Allah's mercy encompasses all who repent sincerely. In Surah Az-Zumar