<b>Guidance from the Hadith:</b><br> 1) Steadfastness is dependent on personal capability, as Allah does not charge a soul beyond its ability.<br> 2) No matter what status or rank a person reaches in good-doing, his deeds alone will not save him. However, those deeds shall be a cause to gain Allah’s mercy and salvation from hellfire.<br> 3) The individual must not admire his self or deeds but rather submit to Allah, Glorified and Exalted, the Lord of the worlds.<br> 4) It shows the excellence of the Companions (may Allah be pleased with them) for they were the most keen to seek knowledge and would not spare any chance to learn about their religion. They used to ask whenever they need and follow it with adherence. Therefore, we must follow their example and learn about their deeds to find inspiration therein.<br> <br> <br> <b>Words in the Hadith:</b><br> Moderate: means seeking one’s goal with neither extremism nor negligence. <br> Scholars said that the meaning of steadfastness (Istiqāmah) is adherence to the obedience of Allah Almighty. They also said that it is an inclusive and a regulator for all of one’s deeds. And success is granted only by Allah.