Why Does Allah Scare Muslims

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Question:

Why does Allah scare Muslims so much? - A theological question on why fear is emphasized in Islam and how it relates to obedience and piety. :::

Answer:

Worshipping Allaah out of Love, Fear and Hope

Righteous Predecessors used to say: “He who worships Allah with hope only is a Murji’ee. He who worships Him in fear only is a Harooree [Khaarijee]. And he who worships Allah in love only is a Zindeeq [e.g. Soofees, Christians]. But he who worships Allah in fear, love and hope is a Muwahhid Mu’min [a believer upon Tawheed.” [Quoted by ibn Rajab in at-Takhweef minan-Naar as the saying of one of the Salaf].

Detailed Explanation: Worshipping Allaah out of Love, Fear and Hope