An Ineffective Prayer

Have you ever paid attention to those who pretend to observe their prayers closely? If they really do so, then why they do not show any interest to the others' problems in society. This controversy in one's beliefs and his social achievements seems strongly unacceptable by God.

In order to perform our prayers purely, we should fulfill some commitments including caring about needy people such as our neighbors or distinctive relatives. Even if we are not able to help them ourselves, we could persuade and encourage others to do so. Aiding people is not necessarily by paying money; it might be a merciful behavior, a gentle smile, a respectful talk, and alike. Thus, we should not justify our neglect toward others' difficulties in society.

Additionally, those prayers are not purely for God; and as a matter of fact, they might be a kind of showing off in public, they surely do not notice the poor and their requests. They do not even bother themselves to get informed about indigent ones and it is possible to supply merely small things to charities. This indicates how they are ignorant about the real meanings of performing prayers; no matter in which religion they believe. It seems their prayers are either being as a habit or as a means of gaining social status as well as credits.

To wrap it up, when believe in God, and consequently, the Judgement Day, we must try to purify our prayers for only Him. Hence, our social accomplishments regarding people and their needs represent our true beliefs; i.e., they must be away from hypocrisy and have positive impacts on our community; particularly, on our neighboring needy people

Appreciate and God Bless you

Arjmandi