{"_id":"668da0340b76658b4c2330f7","title":"What should you do if you were not sincere in past actions?","question":"If a person begins to fear that their intentions for past deeds were not sincere, what is the correct course of action to take? Would it be sufficient to make Tawbah or would it be possible to amend the niyyah after the fact?","answer":"As a believer, it's crucial to maintain a positive outlook or \"husn zann\" towards Allah, oneself, and others by assuming the best in all situations, unless there is certainty to the contrary. Mere doubt shouldn't cancel out this positive attitude, as doubt is often an attempt by shaitan to distract and deter one from doing good. If there is certainty of insincere intentions, seeking forgiveness from Allah is the way forward, with the assurance that Allah forgives and supports those who are sincere. One's concern and determination to make things right are signs of sincerity and divine guidance, as Allah assists those who are sincere. As a believer, it's essential to live in the present and not ruminate on the past or worry about the future. Repentance is always an option, and Allah loves those who frequently seek His forgiveness.","tags":[{"_id":"668d9ff20b76658b4c2329d9","tag":"Worship: Intention","count":103},{"_id":"668d9fe50b76658b4c232859","tag":"Aqeedah: Allah ﷻ‎","count":66},{"_id":"668d9ff20b76658b4c2329f4","tag":"Worship: Repentance","count":63}],"createdOn":"2024-07-09T20:40:20.984Z"}