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Roadmap to Janna

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https://imed-ghomari.github.io/roadmap-to-janna

A guide focused on spiritual and behavioral processes for personal growth and worship. It covers a wide range of topics including habit formation, excellence with parents, engaging with the Quran, paying zakat, and maintaining ethical conduct in social and personal interactions.

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  1. Understand the role of fear and vigilance in spiritual growth

    True fear of Allah leads to a state of constant vigilance and self-improvement. It manifests through four key practices:

    1. Muraqaba: Remaining vigilant and mindful.
    2. Muhasaba: Taking account of oneself.
    3. Mujahada: Striving against the soul's desires.
    4. Mindfulness: Being careful with every moment, thought, word, and action.

    This state of fear is used to combat complacency and self-righteousness. It is rooted in the knowledge of Allah's attributes and the pitfalls of the human soul.

  2. Understand the nature and impact of anger

    Anger is characterized by both outward and inward manifestations. Outwardly, it manifests as violence, cursing, and insulting. Inwardly, it involves hatred, envy, harboring ill will, profanity, the intention to expose others' secrets, joy at the suffering of others, and sadness when others are happy. Controlling oneself during anger is defined as a mark of true strength.

  4. Understand the Taqwa Framework axes and quadrants

    The Taqwa Framework uses two axes to describe a person's state when dealing with blameworthy character traits. These axes determine which of the four quadrants a person is in, which dictates the nature of their behavior and the necessary intervention.

    The Two Axes:

    • Vertical Axis: Vigilance (Fear) — Represents awareness. High state means being alert; low state means running on autopilot.
    • Horizontal Axis: Resolve (Hope) — Represents the drive to act correctly. High state means having the energy to do the right thing; low state means being frozen or lacking drive.

    The Four Quadrants:

    • Taqwa Zone (Top-Right): High Vigilance, High Resolve. Safe and productive; aware and motivated.
    • Paralysis (Bottom-Right): High Vigilance, Low Resolve. Safe but stuck; aware of the right action but unable to move.
    • Headless Zone (Top-Left): Low Vigilance, High Resolve. Dangerous; high energy but blind, leading to slips.
    • Despair Zone (Bottom-Left): Low Vigilance, Low Resolve. The crash site; active sin or complete stagnation.

  6. Understand the Reverse Goal Setting framework

    The system utilizes a Reverse Goal Setting method to bridge the gap between religious knowledge and practice. It is structured into three hierarchical layers:

    1. Vision: The ultimate destination or highest aspiration (e.g., attaining the highest level in paradise).
    2. Objectives: Major milestones or focus areas required to realize the vision.
    3. Domains: Specific areas of responsibility or influence where actionable work occurs. Each domain links to multiple processes or habit files.
    - Vision
    - Objective 1
        - Domain 1
            - Lagging indicator (Outcome)
            - Leading indicator (Process/Habit)

  7. Understand the nature and impact of Pride

    Pride is defined as seeing oneself as superior in a way that feeds an inflated ego and a false sense of satisfaction. It manifests outwardly through behaviors such as sitting above others, walking ahead, looking down on others, rejecting correction, and treating common people with disdain. Pride is considered detestable because it competes with divine attributes, leads to the denial of truth, and blocks the development of other good qualities like humility and the ability to resist anger.

  8. Understand the three pillars of Reliance

    Reliance is a state arising from the affirmation of Divine Oneness (tawḥīd) and is manifested through deeds. It consists of three essential pillars:

    1. Knowledge: The foundation; understanding that Allah is the sole actor in all affairs.
    2. State: The internal condition where the heart trusts Allah and abandons reliance on others.
    3. Deeds: The practical application of reliance in daily actions.

  9. Practice purposeful speech and mindful silence

    To avoid the trait of loquaciousness and the desire for status or ostentation, maintain silence unless speaking to command good, give charity, or promote reconciliation. Avoid unnecessary talk, speaking about matters that do not concern you, or discussing opinions solely to show off knowledge or seek fame. When speaking, aim for clarity, eloquence, and succinctness, mirroring the Sunnah of the Prophet (peace be upon him).

  10. Guidelines for moderation in praise and questioning

    To maintain moderation in speech regarding religion and praise:

    • Avoid excessive questioning about Allah's attributes driven by doubt; replace this with submission and worship.
    • Avoid errors in religious speech caused by innovation or excessive talking.
    • When receiving praise: Reflect on inner flaws and the seriousness of final works to avoid pride; maintain a dislike for praise in the heart.
    • When giving praise: Ensure the following six issues are absent:
      • Praiser: Exaggerating/false attributes, insincere affection, speculative statements without knowledge, or pleasing a wrongdoer.
      • Praised: Potential for pride/self-admiration or becoming excessively pleased with oneself.

  11. Understand the spiritual and practical reasons for following the Sunnah

    Following the Sunnah (the example of Prophet Muhammad) in all aspects of life—including worship, daily habits, and interpersonal actions—is viewed as the path to happiness. The motivation is based on three core insights:

    1. Spiritual and Physical Connection: Aligning physical actions and intentions with the Sunnah purifies the heart from harmful desires, allowing it to reflect spiritual realities and prepare for the afterlife.
    2. Physical and Spiritual Harmony: Prophetic insight reveals unique benefits in specific permissible actions. Following these preferences ensures the body and soul are prepared for happiness in the afterlife.
    3. Self-Control and Moderation: Disciplining actions according to Divine guidance rather than personal whims helps a person restrain impulsive behaviors and maintain a state of servitude to God, avoiding animalistic tendencies.