"Such is the Seizure of your Lord when He seizes the [population of] towns while they are doing wrong." (Qur'an 11:102) One can become sad and wretched for different reasons; the following are some of them:to do wrong to others, to usurp their rights, and to hurt the meek among mankind. Some of the wise used to say, 'Fear the one who finds no helper against you (in your … [Read more...] about Such Is the Seizure of Your Lord.
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Repel Boredom from Your Life.
One who lives a life of repetition and routine will almost inevitably become a victim of boredom, especially since man by his very nature tires from a lack of change. For this reason Allah, the Exalted, the Almighty, gave us variety in times and places, in food and drink - diversity in the many forms of creation:night and day, valley and mountain, white and black, hot and cold, … [Read more...] about Repel Boredom from Your Life.
Your Reward Is Paradise.
"My soul that owns things is itself departing, Then why should I cry when something leaves me." The whole world, with all its gold, silver, positions, and mansions does not deserve even a teardrop. In a Hadith related by Tirmidhi, the Prophet (Blessings and Peace of Allah be upon him) said: "The world is cursed, and what is in it is cursed, except the remembrance of Allah, … [Read more...] about Your Reward Is Paradise.
Your Best Companion Is a Book.
An activity that brings about joy is for you to read a book and develop your mind through the acquisition of knowledge. Al-Jaahiz, an Arab writer from centuries ago, advised one to repel anxiety through the reading of books: "The book is a companion that does not praise you and does not entice you to evil. It is a friend that does not bore you, and it is a neighbor that … [Read more...] about Your Best Companion Is a Book.
Take Your Precautions.
In all facets of life, one should take precautions and study the possible outcomes of every action, because by being careful, one will have no cause for future self-recrimination. If the results of one's endeavors are good, one should thank and praise Allah. If the results of one's endeavors are not so good, one should say, "Allah has made His decree and whatever He pleases, … [Read more...] about Take Your Precautions.