The hadith "deeds are only as good as intentions" is one of the most comprehensive teachings that Prophet O transmitted to believers because it sets out the principles that govern the relationship between actions and intentions. In fundamental law (usûl al-fiqh) or in the principles of Islamic law (gawîc id al-fiqh), this hadith is considered essential since it enacts the basic principle of Islamic law.
However, this question of faith, intention and the spiritual value of action has been at the heart of lively theological controversies which have divided the community (umma). Indeed, how many Muslims have gone astray and how many sects have been born because of the misunderstanding of this hadith and the concepts it exposes...
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