The Role of Men and Women in Spiritual Excellence
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Many amongst men attained perfection but amongst women none attained the perfection except Maryam, the daughter of `Imran and Asiya, the wife of Pharaoh. The superiority of Aisha over other women is like the superiority of Tharid over other meals” (Bukhari). This may be because a man’s test is primarily inward—a […]
The Calamity of Misplaced Emotions
Human nature has been endowed with two powerful tools: love and fear. These emotions are inevitable and must be directed—either toward the Creator or toward His creation. When love and fear are misdirected solely toward created beings or things, they become sources of deep sorrow and disappointment. Fear of the creation is a terrible affliction, […]
Loving Your Spouse for the Sake of Allah
Loving your spouse is a blessing, but that love should not be rooted in physical appearance, as beauty fades with age. If your love is based solely on youth or outward charm, it will likely weaken over time, leading to distance and disconnection. True and lasting love is built on inner beauty—spiritual qualities like righteousness, […]
The Story of Hajar: A Model of Faith for Muslims
Hajar (may Allah be pleased with her) was left alone in the dry desert of Makkah with her baby son, Ismail (peace be upon him), with no food or water. She didn’t know what Allah had planned for her, but she stayed patient and trusted Him. In her desperation, she ran between the hills of […]
True Self-Love: Guiding the Soul to Allah
Loving oneself means showing true compassion by disciplining the soul and protecting it from harmful desires. This kind of love is not indulgent, but purposeful—it helps you rise above your lower self rather than be ruled by it. When you love yourself for the sake of Allah, you do not become a captive of fleeting […]
Friendship for the Sake of Allah
If your love for your friends is for the sake of Allah, it becomes a bond that transcends time and space—one that brings lasting spiritual benefit. Even separation or death cannot break a friendship rooted in sincere faith and unworldly love. But if that love is based on worldly interests alone, then even a joyful […]
Loving Children for the Sake of Allah
Parental love is a deep, sincere blessing—an expression of trust from Allah, who has entrusted children to your care. True love for them is not based on attachment or self-satisfaction but on a higher purpose: raising them for the sake of Allah. This means being patient in hardship, including loss, recognizing that they are ultimately […]
Loving Parents for the Sake of Allah
Loving our parents for the sake of Allah turns that love into an act of worship. It means genuinely wishing them a long life and serving them with kindness—not for what we might get in return, but to please Allah. Sadly, when love is based on selfish reasons, some people grow resentful as their parents […]
