Crying out of fear of God is a sign of love and faith in Him, and it carries reward.
Crying out of fear of God is regarded as a positive emotional state and a virtue in Islamic literature and is acknowledged in the verses of the Quran. In the Quran, Allah advises humans to fear the consequences and wrath that He has set forth, and to remember Him in tears. This crying is not just an expression of fear, but also a manifestation of love for and attachment to God. In Surah Maryam, verse 58, it is mentioned about the prophetic individuals and righteous servants: 'And when they remember the torment of their Lord in fear, they fall into prostration and weep.' This verse illustrates that weeping in front of Allah because of fear of His punishment is a sign of deep faith and piety. Additionally, in Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 59, it's stated: 'The believers are those who when the name of Allah is mentioned, their hearts tremble, and when His verses are recited to them, it increases them in faith and they fall prostrate weeping.' These verses highlight the value and significance of crying out of fear of God as a means to draw nearer to Him and express love and worship. Therefore, it can be concluded that crying out of fear of God not only carries a reward but is also one of the signs of true faith and affection towards Him.
Then they fell down in prostration and wept.
Indeed, the believers are those who, when Allah is mentioned, their hearts tremble; and when His verses are recited to them, it increases them in faith.
One day, a young man named Hasan was struggling with the worries of life in his middle age. One day, he sat by the sea and spoke to God in his heart. Out of fear of God's punishment and affection for Him, tears welled in his eyes as he recalled the verses of the Quran. He felt that every time he cried for God, he not only found peace but also attracted love and mercy from Him. This experience significantly impacted Hasan’s life, allowing him to find tranquility and hope.