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should remind us of our need to constantly reorient ourselves in
accordance with the principles it illustrates. The symbolism of
ablution shows us that no matter what the situation is, we are re-
quired to maintain a clean, rational attitude.
In order for our unconscious actions to be properly oriented,
our thoughts and conscious actions must first be disciplined to
uphold that which is right. Once we have disciplined ourselves
physically we become able to practice moral discernment and
clean, creditable speech. When we reach this point in our develop-
ment we hope that our character is acceptable to Allah. Through
these steps we learn to understand our own potential and how to
use it properly, so that we can protect the purity of our knowledge
and wisdom. Next, we learn to protect our minds and hearts from
evil influences and suggestions, and to correct our personal habits
so that they will conform to Al-Islam. Once we have progressed in
this endeavor, we can better live the lives of upright Muslims in a
continuous state of mental, moral and spiritual ablution.
accordance with the principles it illustrates. The symbolism of
ablution shows us that no matter what the situation is, we are re-
quired to maintain a clean, rational attitude.
In order for our unconscious actions to be properly oriented,
our thoughts and conscious actions must first be disciplined to
uphold that which is right. Once we have disciplined ourselves
physically we become able to practice moral discernment and
clean, creditable speech. When we reach this point in our develop-
ment we hope that our character is acceptable to Allah. Through
these steps we learn to understand our own potential and how to
use it properly, so that we can protect the purity of our knowledge
and wisdom. Next, we learn to protect our minds and hearts from
evil influences and suggestions, and to correct our personal habits
so that they will conform to Al-Islam. Once we have progressed in
this endeavor, we can better live the lives of upright Muslims in a
continuous state of mental, moral and spiritual ablution.