Qalam Institute Podcast The Remedy : EP 12 – The Quranic solution to arrogance
Mar 1, 2026
A spiritual diagnosis of arrogance as a heart disease and how it shows in behavior. A close look at the Quranic image of walking proudly and the remedy of gentle, humble conduct. Stories of Iblis and prophetic examples illustrate how pride twists perception. Practical contrasts between respected authority and fearful dominance are highlighted.
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Arrogance As A Distorted Self Perception
- Arrogance distorts self-perception so people overestimate their capabilities and misread reality.
- Abdul Nasser Jengda cites Allah's command to try ripping soil and climbing hills as a Quranic test of human incapacity that exposes pride.
Arrogance Works Like Intoxication
- Arrogance functions like intoxication: it disconnects people from reality and causes poor judgments.
- Jengda compares pride to drinking, explaining both make people misread situations and say things they later regret.
Practice Gentle Presence In Daily Conduct
- Walk and act with gentleness to counter arrogance and model humility in daily life.
- Abdul Nasser Jengda references Surah Al-Farqan: servants of Ar-Rahman walk gently and the Prophet ﷺ walked with purpose but without pride.