Seadet-i Ebediyye - Endless Bliss Third Fascicle

ehave?: The most proper attitude for a young lady is to be
modest, sincere, plain and someone not provoking attention.
A disrespectful and insolent attitude is a sign of corruption. A
young lady with good conduct never looks at an unrelated male
with concern and care. It is far better not to look at them at all if it
is possible. This should be done naturally, not artificially.
A lady’s glance over towards a man’s face encourages an
abusive and aggressive man to become a pest.
A lady’s encouraging attitude towards a man will bring disaster.
Human beings are different in character and habits as well as in
their appearances. A smart and good-looking face does not
necessarily indicate a person with good conduct.
Strolling in a carefree way to attract attention does not leave a
good impression. Such a girl will be made fun of and mocked at.
A young lady’s manner of dressing, her way of walking, and her
attitude all give an idea about her religious beliefs, morals and
character.
O my Allah? By Thine blessing and favour, I have led a long
life without suffering grave troubles. During this life I have
committed a lot of sins against Thee. I have spent my irâda-i
juz’iyya on things which Thou doest not like.
But now the time of my returning to Thee is so close. From now
on, the phases of my life in this world and the next will be as
follows:
Worldly trouble, pangs of death, life in the grave, the Day of
Last Judgment, probable rewards and punishments...
I do not know how I will manage to pass through these
dangerous fords with these grave sins of mine. What will become
of me if I should not attain Thine forgiveness?
I do not know if my istighfâr and prayers will ever be worthy of
admission. Thine attribute of compassion and forgiveness is my
one and only hope! Whom else could I trust myself to?
O my Allah! I believe in Thee. I believe as Thou hast
commanded in Thine Book, I believe in Thine Book and
Messenger ‘sall-Allâhu ’alaihi wa sallam’.
My eyes have seen the universe stating Thine infinite greatness.
My mind which Thou endowed upon me, has realized Thine
grandeur. I also know that my sins are not even a drop in Thine
ocean of forgiveness and mercy.
I repent for the sins I have committed. Do not lessen my
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