Why should we not be concerned with the hearts of the people?

We should avoid prying into others' hearts; only God knows the intentions.

Quranic Answer

According to the teachings of the Holy Quran, one of the greatest Islamic principles is not to hastily judge others and not to pry into their hearts and intentions. In Surah Al-Hujurat, verse 12, Allah states, 'O you who have believed, avoid much [negative] assumption. Indeed, some assumption is sin.' This verse emphasizes that humans should not be quick to judge one another and should refrain from ill thoughts. Humans have characteristics and display signs through their behaviors and actions, but only Allah knows their hearts and intentions. Investigating and probing into others' hearts is not only unbeneficial but may also lead to suspicion and improper behavior. Thus, the message of the Quran is that we should focus on ourselves and strive to have pure intentions. Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 186 also says, 'And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near.' Here, Allah emphasizes that instead of delving into people's hearts, we should turn our attention to Him and ask Him about our hearts. Therefore, one must avoid prying into the hearts of others as much as possible. Thus, creating peace and love among people and avoiding undesirable judgments is achieved.

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Short Story

Once upon a time, a man named Ali was walking in the market. He often occupied himself with the affairs of others and always pondered their thoughts. One day, he saw an elderly man praying and supplicating. Ali realized that the intentions of others were unclear to him, and only God knows the hearts of people. From that day on, he decided to delve less into the thoughts and hearts of others and focus more on his own intentions.

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