The purpose of our existence in this world is to attain the pleasure of Allah by worshipping Him. We can do many things to please Allah Almighty, but some actions are more beloved to Him than others.
In this article, we will be showing you the six types of people whom Allah loves the most:
- Those who are God-conscious (Al-Muttaqin)
Al-muttaqi is a person who has taqwa (God-consciousness), one who “lives in awe of Allah Almighty’s Majesty, fears disobeying Him, and is fully conscious of the consequences of sin.”
He constantly seeks to please Allah by adhering to His commands and avoiding anything that goes against His will.
Al-muttaqin are always mindful of Allah’s instructions and make every effort to obey Him with sincerity and devotion.
To become a Muttaqi, one must maintain unwavering faith in Allah, follow His instructions, and consistently exhibit patience and perseverance in pursuing righteousness.
When we make a sincere effort to embody the characteristics of Al-muttaqi, we are promised great rewards from Allah both in this life and the hereafter.
Allah says
{بَلَىٰ مَنْ أَوْفَىٰ بِعَهْدِهِ وَاتَّقَىٰ فَإِنَّ اللَّهَ يُحِبُّ الْمُتَّقِينَ}
(interpretation of the meaning), “Indeed, whoever fulfills his commitments and is cautious—Allah loves those who fear Him.”
[Quran, 3:76]

- Those who purify themselves (Al-Mutatahhirin)
In Islamic tradition, Taharah (purification) holds great significance, both for the physical and spiritual aspects.
It is considered necessary before performing certain acts of worship, such as prayer (salat) or laying hands on the Holy Quran.
Islam emphasizes cleanliness not just as a desirable attribute but as a necessity.
The most important thing is that Allah Almighty shows love towards those who purify themselves from sin, and wudu (ablution) is a means of purification that cleanses us from our sins.
Therefore, Muslims are mandated to maintain their hygiene by ensuring the cleanliness of their bodies, clothing, and surroundings.
By striving for purity in both body and soul, Muslims can lead a life that is pleasing to Allah Almighty.
Ibn ‘Abbas (may Allah be pleased with them both) said: “The Messenger of Allah, peace be upon him, passed by two graves and said:
“Indeed they are being punished, but for something which seemed trivial to them: this one used not to guard himself from urine; whereas the other was used to tale-bearing.” He requested a green leaf of a palm branch, split it into two halves, and put a half on each grave. He then said, “Hopefully their punishment will be lightened until they (the branches) become dry.”
[Sahih al-Bukhari]

- Those who rely on Allah (Al-Mutawakkilin)
Al-Wakeel is one of the names of Allah Almighty which means the Disposer of Affairs.
We should apply tawakkul (reliance on God), or trust in Allah, in our daily lives.
This means believing that Allah Almighty is in control of everything and that we can only do what is in our human reach.
However, tawakkul does not mean that we do not work hard or try our best, Allah has decreed that we must work, and He will give us success when we strive.
We should still work hard and strive to achieve our goals, keeping in mind that Allah Almighty will help us succeed.
If we apply tawakkul in our daily lives, we will find that it brings us peace and rest, even during challenges.
Allah says:
{وَتَوَكَّلْ عَلَى اللَّهِ ۚ وَكَفَىٰ بِاللَّهِ وَكِيلًا}
(interpretation of the meaning) “And put your trust in Allah. Allah is enough as a trustee.”
[Quran, 33:3]

- Those who repent (At-Tawwabin)
Allah Almighty is the Most Kind and Most Merciful. He forgives those who repent, no matter how great their sins.
When we repent, we turn away from our sins and turn to Allah. We ask for His forgiveness and promise not to sin again.
The fact that Allah forgives those who repent is a sign of His great mercy. It is also a sign of His justice.
Allah Almighty would not have created us with the ability to sin if He did not also intend for us to be able to repent.
If you repent sincerely, Allah will forgive you. He is the Most Kind and Merciful, and He loves those who repent.
Allah says:
{يَـٰعِبَادِىَ ٱلَّذِينَ أَسۡرَفُواْ عَلَىٰٓ أَنفُسِهِمۡ لَا تَقۡنَطُواْ مِن رَّحۡمَةِ ٱللَّهِۚ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ يَغۡفِرُ ٱلذُّنُوبَ جَمِيعًاۚ إِنَّهُ ۥ هُوَ ٱلۡغَفُورُ ٱلرَّحِيمُ}
(Interpretation of the meaning) “O My servants who have transgressed against their souls! Do not despair of Allah’s mercy, for Allah forgives all sins. He is Forgiving, Most Merciful.”
[Quran, 39:53]

- Those who do good (Al-Muhsinin)
Al-muhsinin (the good-doers)refers to those who are perfectly good in their Essence and who do all their actions in the best possible manner, achieving excellence and reaching ultimate perfection.
Allah Almighty provides us with many opportunities to do good. We can be kind to others, feed the hungry, spread peace, forgive those who wrong us, and even respond with kind words.
Al-Ihsaan (doing good) is a complete way of life. It means doing good in all aspects of our lives, in our relationship with Allah, and our relationships with others.
We should strive for Ihsaan in our worship of Allah. And also strive for Ihsaan in our behavior toward others.
We should be kind to our parents, relatives, and the poor. When we do good, we follow the instructions of Allah.
Allah says:
{وَأَنْفِقُوا فِي سَبِيلِ اللَّهِ وَلَا تُلْقُوا بِأَيْدِيكُمْ إِلَى التَّهْلُكَةِ ۛ وَأَحْسِنُوا ۛ إِنَّ اللَّهَ يُحِبُّ الْمُحْسِنِين}
(Interpretation of the meaning) “And spend in the cause of Allah, and do not contribute to your own ruin, and be charitable. Allah loves the charitable.”
[Quran, 2:195]

- Those who are patient (As-Sabirin)
Patience is the ability to control one’s emotions and actions in the face of adversity.
It is the ability to wait without becoming upset or frustrated. Patience is a virtue because it allows us to persevere in difficult situations and achieve our goals.
People who love Allah find it easier to be patient because they believe that everything that happens is from Allah.
They know that there is a reason for everything, even if they don’t understand it. They also want to please Allah, so they try to be patient in all situations.
If we are patient, we will reap many rewards, both in this life and hereafter.
Allah says:
{يَا أَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا اسْتَعِينُوا بِالصَّبْرِ وَالصَّلَاةِ ۚ إِنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَ الصَّابِرِينَ}
(interpretation of the meaning) “O you who believe! Seek help through patience and prayers. Allah is with the patient.”
[Quran, 2:153]
