Identify the word with the same stress pattern as the word below: Economy
Identify the word with the same stress pattern as the word below: photographer
Explanation
Taqwa means God-consciousness – awareness that Allah sees all, motivating righteous behavior. Not just fear of punishment but love, hope, and constant awareness of divine presence.
Taqwa affects all actions: honesty when no one watches, avoiding temptation, doing good even when difficult. Prophet said taqwa is in the heart, pointing to his chest.
Developing taqwa: regular prayer, Quran recitation, remembrance of death, good company, avoiding sin. Ramadan fasting trains taqwa – abstaining even from lawful things when alone.