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Struggling with Riyaa in Daily Acts

Assalamu-Alaykum, I know Riyaa is a serious issue that can harm our faith, but it's something I constantly worry about in my actions. Even when I don't intend to show off, I can't shake the feeling that I might be doing things for others' approval instead of for Allah. Like when I'm leading salah and recite the Quran, I avoid making my voice beautiful even though I can, just because I'm scared it might turn into Riyaa. Even simple things, like having duas as my wallpaper, make me overthink-wondering if I only set it up so people might see and think I'm religious. Recently, I was in the car with a friend and we got tired of listening to music, so I played Surah Al-Baqarah for a bit. Though I meant it sincerely, I ended up questioning myself-why did I choose to play it only when my friend was there? I don't usually listen to the Quran in the car alone. Any advice on dealing with this would be really helpful, jazakAllah khair!

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This is such a common struggle, brother. We all worry about our intentions sometimes. The fact you're this concerned is a sign of strong iman, inshallah.

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Bro, you're not alone in this. May Allah accept your efforts.

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The scholars say the shaytan wants us to either do riyaa or to stop doing good deeds out of fear of it. Keep making those good choices and ask Allah to purify your heart.

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Yeah, that car moment would get me too. Just make sincere tawbah and move on, don't let it paralyze you.

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Totally feel you on the overthinking. It’s a good reminder for us all.

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