A Qur’anic Warning

The Qur’an warns believers about Satan and his mischief in several ways. For example, in the Qur’an we are ordered not to follow in the steps of Satan and not to worship him; it is stressed that he is the apparent enemy to humans. One of the most important warnings of the Qur’an is that if one neglects the Qur’an and lives a life of indulgence, then one is sending out an invitation to Satan.

If anyone withdraws himself from the Qur’an, the wise word of God, Most Gracious, We appoint for him an evil one, to be an intimate companion to him. Such evil ones really hinder them from the Path, but they think that they are being guided aright! (43:36-37)

Moreover, the Qur’an points to the fact that spendthrifts are brothers of the devils (17:27).

The safest way and most important way to keep away from Satan’s mischief, whispers, and suggestions is remembrance of God. Never forgetting God is a guaranteed way to escape the mischief of Satan.

… And if a temptation from Satan troubles you, seek refuge in God; He is truly All-Hearing, All-Knowing. Indeed, those who fear God, when a visitation from Satan afflicts them, will remember (God’s commands), and behold they will see clearly. But their brethren will plunge them further into error, and (then) they will not desist. (7:200-202)

Satan has taken hold of them, and so caused them to forget the mention of God. Those are the party of Satan… (58:19)