No one spends prudently except that he is saved from having to depend on others. A poet said: "Save your money, for with wealth comes respect, And you can do without asking uncle or cousin." The philosophy that promotes extravagance in spending is false and is detrimental to one's well being. The roots of such ideas are found in India, or originate from the ignorant among … [Read more...] about Prudence.
Don't Be Sad
Do Not Feel Deprived As Long As You Have a
Do Not Feel Deprived As Long As You Have a Loaf of bread, a Glass of Water and Clothes on Your Back. A mariner once became lost at sea, and remained lost for twenty-one days. When he was saved, someone asked him what the greatest lesson was that he took away with him from the experience. He answered, "The biggest lesson that I learned from it was that if you have fresh water … [Read more...] about Do Not Feel Deprived As Long As You Have a
Being Blessed With Honor Is Also a Test.
If one is endowed with power, honor, status, rank, or wealth, he must realize that he is being tested. When Prophet Sulaymaan (Solomon) saw the throne of Bilqees (Queen of Sheba) brought before him, he said: "'This is by the Grace of my Lord- to test me whether I am grateful or ungrateful!'" (Qur'an 27:40) Thus Allah gives a blessing to see who accepts it properly - by being … [Read more...] about Being Blessed With Honor Is Also a Test.
Whether You Have a Little or a Lot, Learn to
Whether You Have a Little or a Lot, Learn to Be Thankful. The person who is not thankful to Allah for cold, pure water; will not be thankful to Him for a mansion or a luxury car. The person who is not thankful for warm bread will not be grateful if he suddenly becomes blessed with luxury food items, because an ingrate sees a little and a lot to be the same thing. Many before … [Read more...] about Whether You Have a Little or a Lot, Learn to
Do Not Grieve Over the Hurt That Is Inflicted Upon
Do Not Grieve Over the Hurt That Is Inflicted Upon You by Others, and Forgive Those That Have Ill-Treated You. The price of jealousy and rancor is enormous; it is the price that the revengeful person pays in exchange for his malice towards others. He pays with his heart, flesh, and blood. His peace, his relaxation,and his happiness - these he forsakes because he desires the … [Read more...] about Do Not Grieve Over the Hurt That Is Inflicted Upon