During committing sin human being has to strive against himself.

 During committing sin human being has to strive against himself.

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Yes, when committing a sin, a human being experiences an internal struggle between their desires (nafs), the whispers of Shaytan, and their conscience (Iman). This struggle is a test from Allah and a part of life’s journey toward righteousness.

The Inner Struggle Against Sin

1. The Battle Between Good and Evil Inside Us

  • Every human has two opposing forces within:
    • The Call of the Nafs (Lower Self): Urging toward sin and desires.
    • The Call of the Ruh (Soul) and Iman (Faith): Encouraging obedience to Allah.
  • This creates a constant battle in the heart and mind.

"And as for those who strive in Our cause, We will surely guide them to Our ways. And indeed, Allah is with the doers of good." (Quran 29:69)

  • Striving against sinful desires is known as Jihad al-Nafs (Struggle Against the Self).

2. The Role of Nafs in Committing Sin

  • The nafs (inner self) can be our greatest enemy if left uncontrolled.
  • The Quran describes three types of nafs:
    1. Nafs al-Ammarah (The Soul That Commands Evil):
      • This is the unrestrained self that pushes towards sin.
      • It enjoys lust, greed, and wrongdoings.
      • If not controlled, it leads a person into deeper sins.
      • "Indeed, the soul is inclined to evil, except for those upon whom my Lord has mercy." (Quran 12:53)
    2. Nafs al-Lawwamah (The Self-Reproaching Soul):
      • This is the stage of self-awareness where a person feels guilt after sinning.
      • It is the conscience that urges repentance.
      • "And I swear by the self-reproaching soul." (Quran 75:2)
    3. Nafs al-Mutma’innah (The Tranquil Soul):
      • This is the highest level, where a person has control over desires and finds peace in obeying Allah.
      • "O tranquil soul, return to your Lord, well-pleased and pleasing [to Him]." (Quran 89:27-28)

➡️ When committing sin, a person moves between Nafs al-Ammarah and Nafs al-Lawwamah. The goal is to elevate to Nafs al-Mutma’innah.

3. How Shaytan (Satan) Increases the Struggle

  • Shaytan whispers (waswasa) and beautifies sin to make it seem harmless.
  • He makes people delay repentance, saying, “You have time; enjoy life first.”
  • He causes despair by making people believe Allah won’t forgive them.

"Satan threatens you with poverty and orders you to immorality, while Allah promises you forgiveness and bounty from Him." (Quran 2:268)

➡️ Fighting Shaytan’s whispers is part of the struggle against sin.

4. Overcoming the Struggle Against Sin

  • Recognize the Sin – Accept that it's wrong and don’t justify it.
  • Strengthen Faith (Iman) – Engage in Salah, Quran, and remembrance of Allah.
  • Seek Refuge in Allah – Say:

    "A'udhu billahi min ash-shaytan ir-rajim" (I seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Shaytan).

  • Repent Sincerely (Tawbah) – Allah forgives those who return to Him.
  • Avoid Triggers – Stay away from people, places, and habits that lead to sin.
  • Replace Sinful Acts with Good Deeds – Charity, fasting, helping others, etc.

"Indeed, good deeds erase bad deeds. That is a reminder for those who remember." (Quran 11:114)

Conclusion

Striving against oneself while committing a sin is a natural struggle that every human faces. However, overcoming this struggle through faith, repentance, and self-discipline leads to purification and closeness to Allah

Allah is one and second to none.

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