Hazrat Sirri Saqati رحمه الله has said; “Sin which is the effect of pride, arrogance and rebellion is exceptionally severe. There is little hope of gaining forgiveness for such sins because the sin of Shaitān was due to pride, arrogance and rebellion.”
(SOURCE: THE SAADIQEEN)
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When a person sins because of pride and rebellion, it will indeed be rare for him to repent and seek forgiveness. Such a person is without remorse and regret, hence there is little hope of forgiveness. He becomes like Shaitān.
Being obstinate in transgression is a sign of deprivation. May Allah Ta’ala grant us the tawfeeq of acknowledging our sins. آمين