To avoid extravagance, one must maintain moderation in consumption and implement effective financial planning.
In the Holy Quran, Allah warns explicitly about extravagance and the importance of avoiding it. In Surah Al-A'raf, verse 31, it states: 'Eat and drink, but be not excessive. Indeed, He likes not those who commit excess.' This verse emphasizes that any form of extravagance in consuming food and blessings is undesirable and that we should maintain moderation in our eating and drinking. Additionally, in Surah Al-Furqan, verse 67, the characteristics of true servants of Allah are mentioned: 'And those who, when they spend, are neither extravagant nor stingy, but are ever, between that, [justly] moderate.' This indicates that true believers spend wisely, ensuring they are neither wasteful nor overly frugal. Moreover, effective financial planning and awareness are fundamental in avoiding extravagance. By establishing a budget for daily expenses and sticking to it, one can prevent wastefulness. Identifying priorities and focusing on purchasing items of actual need is also essential. Reflecting on our needs and desires, and questioning whether we truly require certain items, can significantly reduce extravagance.
Eat and drink, but be not excessive. Indeed, He likes not those who commit excess.
And those who, when they spend, are neither extravagant nor stingy, but are ever, between that, [justly] moderate.
Once upon a time, there was a young man named Masoud who was pondering his choices. He realized that he had been overspending and indulging in extravagance. Upon reading the verses of the Quran, he came across one reminding him of the virtue of moderation. From that day forward, he decided to maintain moderation in his expenses and avoid extravagance. This decision transformed his life, leading him towards tranquility and satisfaction.