at all.”

Joseph, peace be upon him, spoke as follows after his brothers had done what they did to him, and he had remained patient and mindful of Allah until Allah granted him victory and they entered his presence while he held a position of honor:

“They said, ‘Are you really Joseph?’ He said, ‘I am Joseph, and this is my brother. Allah has indeed favored us. Whoever is mindful of Allah and patient—surely Allah does not let the reward of those who do good go to waste.’”

Whoever among these people or others fears Allah, acts truthfully and justly, does not transgress Allah’s limits, and patiently endures the harm and injustice inflicted by the other party will not be harmed by that party’s scheming. Rather, Allah will grant him victory over them. These trials arise from sins and wrongdoing, so each of the two groups must seek Allah’s forgiveness and repent to Him, for this removes punishment and brings down mercy. Allah Most High says:

“But Allah would not punish them while you are among them, nor would Allah punish them while they seek forgiveness.”

In a hadith, the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said:

“Whoever frequently seeks forgiveness, Allah will grant him relief from every worry, a way out of every hardship, and provision from where he does not expect.”

Allah Most High says:

“Alif, Lām, Rā. This is a Book whose verses have been perfected and then explained in detail, from One Who is All-Wise, All-Aware.”

“Worship none but Allah. Surely I am a warner and a bearer of glad tidings to you from Him.”

“And seek your Lord’s forgiveness, then repent to Him. He will grant you good enjoyment for an appointed term and give everyone of merit their due reward.”