In this verse, Allah Most High states the essence of birr (righteousness). This Shaykh Abdul-Rahim elaborates in detail and explains the qualities a person of birr has: 1) belief, 2) giving charity, 3) perfecting prayer, 4) giving zakat, and 5) fulfilling their promises. He alludes to the subtle nuances of the Arabic language and highlights the importance of being steadfast and patient in times of extreme poverty and hardship.

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