How To Know If Your Intention Is Pure - Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad

This lecture explores Imam al Ghazali’s powerful teaching on intention, sincerity, and truthfulness from Ihya Ulum al Din. It opens the hidden world behind our actions and shows why a deed is never judged only by its outer form, but by the heart that carries it. Many people focus on what they do, but Imam al Ghazali teaches us to ask a deeper question: why am I doing it? Is it for Allah, for praise, for habit, for ego, or for a mixture of motives hidden beneath the surface? This is a deep reflection on niyyah, the psychology of the heart, and the danger of performing good deeds while the soul remains attached to reputation, comfort, or self image. It reminds us that a small action can become immense through sincerity, while a great action can become dust through a corrupted intention. A necessary reminder for anyone seeking real spiritual growth, inner honesty, and a heart that returns to Allah with truth. Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad ‪@CambridgeMuslimCollege‬ ‪@alqueriacampus‬ To donate to the Cambridge Muslim College, please click the link : https://cambridgemuslimcollege.enthus... https://www.cambridgemuslimcollege.ac... The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “Convey from me, even a single verse. At Rihlatul-Ilm, our aim is to share the pure and authentic knowledge of Ahlus Sunnah wal Jama’ah — knowledge that softens the heart, refines the soul, and reconnects the Ummah to the path of light. Everything in the world belongs to Rabbul Izza, Jalla Jalaluhu. We are only striving, day by day, to carry and spread what benefits. Every video is a small effort in خدمة الدين, a reminder of the beauty of Islam as it was lived, preserved, and taught. If you benefit from this content, we ask you to share it with others. Spreading good is a responsibility we all carry. May Allah increase you in beneficial knowledge, grant you sincerity in learning, and make your efforts a means of nearness to Him. May He fill your hearts with love for Habibullah ﷺ. You are welcome to share our content with others. For any inquiries: 📩 [email protected] #islam #muslim #deen #quran #nasheed #islamiclectures #muslim