'Ubadah ibn Saamit related that he heard Allah's Messenger (Blessings and Peace of Allah be upon him) say: "Persist in fighting in the way of Allah, for it is among the doors of Paradise. Through it, Allah removes anxiety and worry." The effect that fighting in the way of Allah has upon a person is something that we might not accept, but it is something that our conscience … [Read more...] about Pause to Reflect.
Reflect.
The Art of Happiness – Pause to Reflect.
Do not be sad. If you are poor, then someone else is immersed in debt. If you do not own your own means of transportation, then someone else has been deprived of his legs. If you have reason to complain concerning the pains of sickness, then someone else has been bedridden for years. And if you have lost a child, then someone else has lost many children, for instance, in a … [Read more...] about The Art of Happiness – Pause to Reflect.
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Asmaa' bint 'Umays related that Allah's Messenger (Blessings and Peace of Allah be upon him) said to her: "Shall I not teach you words that you should say when in distress: "Allah, Allah, My Lord; I do not associate any partners with Him." In another Hadith, the Prophet (Blessings and Peace of Allah be upon him) informed us that when one is afflicted with sickness or … [Read more...] about Reflect…
Stop to Reflect.
Do not be sad, for Allah defends you and the angels ask forgiveness for you; the believers share with you their supplication sin every prayer; the Prophet (Blessings and Peace be upon him) will intercede for the believers; the Qur'an is replete with good promises;and above all is the mercy of He Who is the Most Merciful. Do not be sad:the good deed is increased so that its … [Read more...] about Stop to Reflect.
A Pause to Reflect.
Do not worry about your wealth that is stored in vaults. Unless you have faith in Allah, your high castles and your green gardens will only bring you worry, grief, and hopelessness. Do not be sad:even the diagnosis of the doctor and his medicine cannot make you happy if you have allowed sadness to dwell in your heart, letting it permeate your emotions and your existence. Do … [Read more...] about A Pause to Reflect.
