Will Allah Forgive Me?
Nouman Ali Khan|/by/nouman-ali-khan
Nouman Ali Khan|/by/nouman-ali-khan
Bayyinah Institute|/source/bayyinah-institute
By: Nouman Ali Khan Source: Bayyinah Institute May 13, 2024 No Comments
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Nouman Ali Khan encourages us not to dwell in guilt but instead to learn from our mistakes and embrace the ever-forgiving nature of Allah, and delves into the cultural mindset that fosters guilt, emphasizing the importance of liberating ourselves from its grip.
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