The Quran describes a different state of being: “But those who believe are more intense in their love for Allah.”
This verse appears in a section of the Quran discussing the signs of God’s power in creation. It contrasts the behavior of "Mushrikeen" (those who associate partners with God) with the "Mu’mineen" (the believers). 1. Misplaced Devotion ( Yuhibbunahum kahubbillah People take "equals" or "rivals" ( ) besides Allah. The Emotion: The Quran describes a different state of being:
Recite daily. Let it be your morning check-up. Ask yourself: Ask yourself: The verse continues by warning that
The verse continues by warning that on the Day of Resurrection, those who were followed (the "rivals") will disown their followers. At that moment, the true reality that "all power belongs to Allah" will become undeniable. 3. Spiritual Lessons for Daily Life Tafsir Surah Al-Baqarah - 165 - Quran.com They would sacrifice animals
Wa minan-nasi man yattakhizu min dunillahi andadan yuhibbunahum kahubillah, wallazina amanu ashaddu hubban lillah.
The genius of this verse lies in the comparative structures.
The polytheists claimed to love these idols because they believed the idols would intercede for them with Allah. They would sacrifice animals, perform pilgrimages, and defend the honor of these idols with fierce loyalty. The Quran identifies a critical flaw: they loved these rivals as Allah should be loved . Their love was excessive, unconditional, and devotional—a type of worship ( ‘Ubudiyyah ) misdirected to creation.