and because of Allah’s protective jealousy, He has forbidden shameful deeds, both open and hidden. No one loves excuses more than Allah; for this reason He sent the messengers as bearers of glad tidings and warners. No one loves praise more than Allah; for this reason Allah has promised Paradise.’

Al-Bukhārī said: ʿUbayd ibn ʿAmr also narrated from ʿAbd al-Malik: