Quranic Answer
Doing good deeds, whether in personal or social life, is an essential teaching of the Holy Quran. Allah emphasizes the importance of kindness and benefiting others in various verses of the Quran. One of the primary reasons we should do good is to draw closer to Allah and to expect rewards from Him. In Surah Al-Imran, verse 92, it states: 'Never will you attain the good reward until you spend from that which you love.' This verse reminds us to give from our best and things we cherish for the sake of others. Additionally, in Surah Al-Mu'minun, verse 60, Allah emphasizes the virtue of good character and striving to perform good deeds. Performing good deeds, even if not noticed by everyone, reflects true faith and sincerity in one's intention. In fact, kindness benefits the doer as well. The sense of fulfillment, tranquility, and happiness are spiritual outcomes of doing good deeds. Allah, in Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 261, compares charity and good deeds to a seed that produces seven ears. This analogy clearly shows that good actions return to the doer and their consequences are evident in one's life. Therefore, performing good deeds should be part of our lives, and even if it goes unnoticed, it holds value for its pure intention and divine reward.
Related Verses
لَن تَنَالُوا الْبِرَّ حَتَّى تُنفِقُوا مِمَّا تُحِبُّونَ
Never will you attain the good reward until you spend from that which you love.
Al-Imran : 92
وَالَّذِينَ هُمْ لِأَمَانَاتِهِمْ وَعَهْدِهِمْ رَاعُونَ
And they who are to their trusts and their covenant due.
Al-Mu'minun : 60
مَثَلُ الَّذِينَ يُنفِقُونَ أَمْوَالَهُمْ فِي سَبِيلِ اللَّهِ كَمَثَلِ حَبَّةٍ أَنبَتَتْ سَبْعَ سُنبُلَاتٍ
The example of those who spend their wealth in the cause of Allah is like a seed that sprouts into seven ears.
Al-Baqarah : 261
Short Story
One day, Adel was busy with his daily chores when he remembered the verses of the Quran. He decided to dedicate his day to doing good. He thought to himself: even if no one sees, God sees my good deed and rewards me. Thus, he visited a nursing home and helped the elderly with kindness and a smile. After that day, he felt a great sense of satisfaction and happiness within himself.