Ibn al-Qayyim enumerated some of the factors that bring about tranquility: 1 . Islamic Monotheism, or worshipping Allah exclusively without associating any partners with him (in worship), and without associating any partners with Him in all qualities that belong to Him alone. The disbeliever and the one who associates partners with Allah, the Almighty, are, for all effective … [Read more...] about Doing Those Things That Bring You Peace.
Don't Be Sad
Oh Allah!
"Whosoever is in the heavens and on earth begs of Him. Every day He has a matter to bring forth [such as giving honor to some, disgrace to some, life to some, death to some, etc.]!" (Qur'an 55:29) When there is a violent storm and the seas are turbulent, the occupants of the boat call out, 'O' Allah!' When the camel-driver and the caravan are lost in the desert, they … [Read more...] about Oh Allah!
Allah Allows Miracles to Occur for His Righteous Slaves.
Silat-ibn Ashyam, a pious Muslim of the second century, was traveling in the way of Allah, and when night fell, he decided to take shelter in an adjoining forest. He entered it, made ablution, and then stood for prayer. Without warning, a lion was rushing in his direction; and as it came dangerously near him, Silat continued to pray. It began to circle around Silat, yet he did … [Read more...] about Allah Allows Miracles to Occur for His Righteous Slaves.
Do Not Feel Sad Over Fears For What May Happen.
Do Not Feel Sad Over Fears For What May Happen. In the Torah, the following has been related: "Most of what is feared to occur, never happens!" This means that most apprehensions and fears of impending difficulty fail to take shape in reality. Conjectures of the mind are far greater in number and in scope than the things that actually happen in life. An Arab poet said: "I … [Read more...] about Do Not Feel Sad Over Fears For What May Happen.
What Then Is Happiness?
"Live in this world as if you are a stranger or a traveler who is just passing through." Happiness is not in the castle of 'Abdul Malik ibn Marwan, inthe army of Haroon ar-Rasheed, in the mansions of Ibn Jassas, in the treasures of Qaroon (Korah), or in gardens of roses. Bliss and happiness were the lot of the Prophet's Companion seven though they were poor and led harsh … [Read more...] about What Then Is Happiness?