Written commentary compiled by volunteers utilizing Sh. Jamaal Diwan's audio commentary above and English translation of Ibn Daqiq Al-Id's commentary on The Forty Hadith of Imam al-Nawawi.
In this hadith, the Prophet (sas) teaches us that we must have God-consciousness in every possible scenario: “wherever you may be.” Whether you are alone, in public, in a position of leadership, weakness, or strength, you should be aware and fearful that Allah is watching. This consciousness, keen awareness, and fearfulness of God at every time and in every place is called taqwa.