Overcoming the temptation of worldly wealth is possible by remembering its temporary nature and prioritizing the pleasure of Allah.
Overcoming the temptation of worldly wealth is one of the significant challenges that individuals face. In the Holy Quran, Allah clearly reminds us that wealth and worldly riches are temporary and should not become the focal point of our lives. In Surah Al-Imran, verse 14, Allah states: 'Beautified for people is the love of that which they desire - of women and sons, heaped-up sums of gold and silver, fine branded horses, and cattle and tilled land. That is the enjoyment of worldly life, but Allah has with Him the best return.' This verse indicates that the temptation of indulging in worldly pleasures is natural, but Muslims must remember that ultimately, meeting Allah and receiving everlasting rewards in the Hereafter takes precedence. Moreover, in Surah At-Tawbah, verse 24, it is also stated that love for Allah and His Messenger and striving for jihad in His cause must take priority over everything else. Therefore, to overcome the temptation of worldly wealth, one must aspire to please Allah, practice patience, and maintain prayer in their lives, thereby attaining a peaceful and meaningful existence.
Beautified for people is the love of that which they desire - of women and sons, heaped-up sums of gold and silver, fine branded horses, and cattle and tilled land. That is the enjoyment of worldly life, but Allah has with Him the best return.
Say, 'If your fathers, your sons, your brothers, your wives, your relatives, the wealth which you have obtained, and the commerce in which you fear decline, and the dwellings in which you delight are more beloved to you than Allah and His Messenger and jihad in His cause, then wait until Allah executes His command. And Allah does not guide the defiantly disobedient people.'
And do not die except while you are Muslims.
One day, a man named Hasan went to the market. He was tempted to spend money on more gold and jewelry than he needed. In the afternoon, while walking around the market, he recalled the verses of the Quran and decided to spend his money on good deeds and acts of kindness. He also reminded others that the world is deceiving, and gold and wealth cannot bring lasting happiness.