The Lesser Shirk March 22, 2008
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Riyā’ is a complicated sexy beast.
Four signs or symptoms of riyā’ include:
1) Sloth or laziness
2) Absence of expressions of devotion to God when alone
3) Increasing action when flattered
4) Decreasing action when criticized
The root cause of riyā’ is desire. It is desiring from others what should only be desired from God.
Treatment for the malady of riyā’ involves purging four things from the heart:
1) love of praise
2) hate of blame
3) seeking benefit from other than God
4) fearing harm from other than God
