are the heirs of the prophets.” 1.
The Prophet—may Allah bless him and grant him peace—also stated: “Judges are of three kinds: one is in Paradise—the one who knew the truth and judged in accordance with it.” 2. Likewise, when a difficult matter arises, it is important to set your heart firmly upon Allah and acknowledge your need for Him to grant you understanding and teach you, especially in grave and momentous matters that remain obscure to many people.
Some of our teachers have told me that whoever is asked about an issue should seek Allah’s forgiveness abundantly. He drew this from the words of Allah Most High: “Indeed, We have revealed the Book to you in truth so that you may judge between people according to what Allah has shown you. Do not be an advocate for the deceitful, and seek Allah’s forgiveness. Surely Allah is All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.” 3, because frequently engaging in