Zeal and Enthusiasm Described in the Qur’an

Zeal, in general terms, is used to express enthusiastic interest and devotion to a cause, and sincere dilligence in accomplishing it. Some people exert efforts to be rich, to have a brilliant career or a prestigious position, while others try to appear superior to earn prestige, respect and praise. Enthusiasm produces a distinctive and strong character in a person which would be unlikely to appear in the absence of zeal. However, the zeal of most people is not long-lived because it lacks strong grounds. The only people who never lose the enthusiasm in their hearts throughout their lives are believers because the source of their zeal is faith in Allah and their major goal is earn ing the good pleasure of Allah, His mercy and paradise.

This book discusses the zeal of believers that continues to increase until the end of their lives. lts purpose is to encourage all Muslims to be mora zealous by showing how great a blessing zeal is as an attribute which strengthens beilievers. The reader will understand the Important secret that makes one successful even under the most difficult conditions. Furthermore, he will learn of the bounties that have been promised to those who never lose their zeal and who meet difficulties by putting their trust in Allah. This book encourages people to comply with His directive:

"Hasten to forgiveness from your Lord and a garden as wide as the heavens and earth." (Surah Al 'Imran, 133)