13. Definition of Iman

It is reported that Al-Hasan Al-Basri – Allah have mercy on him – said when asked ‘what is iman (faith)?’:

“It is perseverance (al-sabr) from the things that are forbidden

by Allah the Mighty and Majestic and acceptance. He was asked,

“What is perseverance and acceptance?” He replied, “al-sabr is

to persevere in holding back from what Allah has forbidden, and

[acceptance is] acceptance of what Allah the Mighty and

Majestic has commanded.”

-[Abû Bakr Al-Daynûrî, Al-Mujâlasah wa Jawâhir Al-‘Ilm 3:535]