Research into the term “success” within the western society shows that it is often associated to monetary or professional achievement. Examples of this success are achieving a high position in a company, making enough money to purchase luxurious cars, handbags, clothing, and many other things.

The state of the Islamic Ummah speaks for itself, as we all know, see and hear about what is currently happening in Muslim countries, including killing, displacement, violation of honor, bloodshed, usurpation of sanctities, occupation of lands, looting of wealth and resources, and invasion of ideas and concepts, all of which are against Islam and Muslims.

The ayaat continue discussing spending in charity, but Allah (swt) Almighty mentions during this a part of the verse that, on the surface, seems unrelated to charity. In the Arabic language,...

Ibn Kathir explains the verse “Ummatan Wasatan”, as “the just,” “the best (in goodness or quality),” “the top choice,” “the finest,” and “the most honorable” ummah (nation). Thus, this Ummah is “THE” role model for humankind.