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Why doesn't posting about good deeds replace performing them? Dr. George Kahn answers... Talking about virtue reminds people of it, and this is good in itself, but reminding is not a substitute for doing it. Drawing a river doesn't quench thirst, and describing light doesn't dispel darkness. God Almighty says: “O you who have believed, why do you say what you do not do? It is most hateful to God that you say what you do not do.” (Quran 61:2-3) And He, the Exalted, said: “And that man shall have nothing but what he strives for.” (Surat An-Najm, verse 39) And the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “The most beloved deeds to Allah are those that are done consistently, even if they are small.” (Narrated by Al-Bukhari and Muslim) So, a single post about charity might inspire people, but a single dirham given to someone in need can change a reality. And a post about good character might remind people of goodness, but it is good character practiced with others that truly brings its meaning to life.