The Arrogance Trap: When Good Deeds Conceal the Ego

The Arrogance Trap: When Good Deeds Conceal the Ego

“Do not be content with a deed if it increases your ego.” This Hikam of Ibn ʿAṭāʾillah warns that even good deeds can become spiritual poison if they feed the ego. If your charity makes you arrogant, if your prayer makes you feel superior—it is a veil, not a ladder. true spirituality humbles. The closer you are to Allah, the more you see your dependence and your flaws—not your virtues. Any feeling of superiority—because of worship—is a sign of disconnection, not proximity.

After a good deed, say: “Ya Allah, I am not better than anyone. This was Your gift—not my greatness.”

Share this post

Facebook
X
LinkedIn
Pinterest
Search
Categories

Related Entries

Not Everyone Marries: Lessons from Imam Nawawi’s Life
Imam Nawawi, one of the greatest scholars of Islam, is known to have never married. He spent all his...
Read More
Recipe for Success
The recipe for success is built upon faith, righteous actions, sincerity, justice, patience, and reliance...
Read More
"The best gift from Allah is what He chooses for you, not what you choose for yourself."
“The best gift from Allah is what He chooses for you, not what you choose for yourself.”...
Read More
18
Guard Your Tongue: Speak Only What Pleases Allah
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم  Guard Your Tongue: Speak Only What Pleases Allah Have you ever wondered...
Read More