There’s a question that lingers in the quiet moments of self-reflection: Are we truly great because of who we are, or because Allah hides what we are not?
In a world that often celebrates success, outward appearances, and accolades, it’s easy to believe that greatness is something we earn entirely on our own. Our degrees, our positions, our wealth, our social image — these are displayed like medals of worth. But behind every carefully curated life lies a truth far deeper and more humbling: we are not perfect. We are flawed, we fall short, we struggle. Yet, somehow, we are still respected, still loved, still seen as "great."
How is that so?
Because Allah is Al-Sitteer — The Concealer of Faults.
Out of His infinite mercy, Allah covers our shortcomings from the eyes of others. He shields our mistakes, forgives what we regret, and allows us to continue with dignity intact. Without His divine veil, perhaps our flaws would define us in the eyes of people. But He chooses to cloak them — not because we deserve it, but because He is merciful.
True greatness, then, is not self-made.
It is a trust. A gift. A responsibility.
When we recognize this, our hearts soften. We begin to understand that the honor we carry is not entirely our own doing. We become slower to judge others and quicker to thank Allah for the blessings we often take for granted. And we grow in humility — the kind that doesn't shout, but whispers gratitude with every breath.
So the next time someone praises you, or when you’re tempted to compare yourself with someone else, pause and remember:
"We are not great because we are great. We are great only because Allah has chosen to hide our imperfections."
May this awareness lead us to be more compassionate, more grounded, and more connected to the One who knows us better than we know ourselves — and still loves us.
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