“They love them as they love Allah. But those who believe are stronger in their love for Allah.”
Loving a child or a friend out of human instinct. This is healthy and rewarded when done for the sake of Allah. “They love them as they love Allah
This paper explores the theological and spiritual dimensions of Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 165. The verse delineates a stark contrast between the love practiced by polytheists ( Shirk )—who love their false deities with an intensity comparable to the love due to God—and the love of the believers. It establishes a hierarchy of affection, positing that true faith ( Iman ) necessitates a love for God that supersedes all other attachments. Through an analysis of the Arabic lexicon, classical Tafsir (exegesis), and theological implications, this paper argues that the verse serves as a foundational text for understanding the concept of Al-Hubb al-Uluhi (Divine Love) and the rectification of the human heart’s allegiances. This paper explores the theological and spiritual dimensions