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« following the Messenger of God  , abiding by what is lawful, refraining from harm [to others], the avoidance of sins, repentance and the observance of the rights [of others]. His words: [9:73] O Prophet, struggle against the disbelievers and the hypocrites… He said: Struggle against your lower self with the sword of opposition! Place upon its [back] the bur- dens of remorse (nadam), and guide it through the desert plains of fear (khawf), so that you may turn it back to the path of repentance (tawba) and contrition (ināba). Repentance is not acceptable except from one who feels perplexed at his plight, grief-stricken at his situation, and »