Arrogance is a Trait Hated by Allah SWT, Know the Characteristics and How to Avoid It

Kapanlagi.com - Arrogance is one of the despicable actions of humans. Arrogance is an attitude of considering oneself higher and better than others, in any aspect. That is why arrogance is one of the traits hated by Allah SWT. In addition to being hated by Allah SWT, in normal daily life, people also do not like arrogant people.

As one of the traits hated by fellow humans and Allah SWT, it is necessary for us to avoid arrogant behavior. Unfortunately, arrogance is often done by someone without realizing it. Therefore, it is important to understand more deeply what arrogance actually is.

To better understand that arrogance is a despicable action, read the following discussion that has been summarized from various sources.

1. Understanding What Arrogance Is

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Arrogance is one of the detestable traits. Arrogance is often associated with pride. This is because arrogance is demonstrated by the feeling that one is better and superior to others. The same goes for pride. Therefore, just like pride, arrogance is also one of the traits that Allah SWT despises.

In a hadith, it is mentioned that Allah SWT will give punishment to those who possess arrogance. The hadith states, among others, the following:

"Indeed, Allah the Exalted says: 'Honour is My garment and arrogance is My cloak. Whoever takes them from Me, I will punish him.'"

This hadith explains that the arrogance displayed by an arrogant person is not appropriate. Because, as the owner of the glory of the world and everything in it, only Allah SWT can truly do so. Allah's promise to give punishment to arrogant people shows how much Allah SWT hates arrogance.

Furthermore, the trait of arrogance will also make a person disliked by the people around them. This is because a person with arrogance tends to reject the truth conveyed by others. Even though deep down they know that the person has spoken the truth. Instead, arrogant people still believe that they are always right.

2. Signs of Arrogant People

It is not difficult to know whether someone has arrogant traits. This is because in the Quran and hadith, the characteristics of this despicable trait have been clearly explained. The characteristics of arrogance are as follows.

1. Appears Arrogant
Arrogance is not only a trait disliked by Allah SWT, but also by fellow human beings. Arrogance is often shown by someone with a demeanor that appears arrogant. This is as stated in the following Quranic verse:

"And do not turn your cheek in contempt toward people and do not walk on the earth exultantly. Indeed, Allah does not like everyone self-deluded and boastful" (Q.S Luqman, 31:18).

2. Unpeaceful Life
The second characteristic of arrogant people is that they always want to bring others down. Arrogant people see their lives as a competition. Moreover, they always consider themselves superior to others. This causes arrogant people to have an unpeaceful life.

3. The Danger of Arrogance

As one of the despicable traits, arrogance is certainly a completely useless trait. On the contrary, arrogance can have negative impacts. One of the negative impacts or dangers of arrogance is that it can prevent someone from entering heaven. This is as stated in the following hadith:

"From Abdullah bin Mas'ud bin Malik, may Allah be pleased with him, from the Prophet (peace be upon him) who said: No one with even an atom's weight of arrogance in his heart will enter Paradise, even if it is as small as a speck of dust" (Narrated by Muslim).

In addition to hindering one's path to enter Allah's Paradise, arrogance also has many negative impacts on human beings. The negative impacts of arrogance are as follows:

1. Hated by Allah.

2. Blinded from the truth of Allah's verses.

3. Eyes and hearts are locked.

4. Receives humiliation and torment in the afterlife.

4. How to Avoid Arrogance

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There are many dangers that someone with arrogance will face. Therefore, it is essential for every human being, especially Muslims, to avoid this reprehensible trait. There are several ways or steps that can be taken to avoid arrogance, including the following.

1. Always be humble.

2. Maintain faith and always strive to get closer to Allah SWT.

3. Understand and acknowledge that there are still shortcomings and weaknesses within oneself.

4. Cultivate awareness to respect others.

5. Always try to look down, especially in worldly matters.

6. Always be grateful to Allah SWT.

7. Control emotions and avoid things that can trigger feelings of pride or arrogance.

Those are some reviews about arrogance, which is hated by Allah. Hopefully, it is beneficial and can increase knowledge.

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