Contentment is not about passive resignation but about active engagement with life as a gift. It is a dynamic process of letting go of what we cannot change while cherishing what we have been given. Every moment, whether filled with pleasure or pain, is an invitation to deepen one’s reliance on Allah.
“The best gift from Allah is what He chooses for you, not what you choose for yourself.” Ibn Ata’illah’s Hikmah highlights a fundamental principle of spiritual surrender—true contentment comes from accepting Allah’s choice over our own desires. Often, we believe we know what is best for us, yet our perspective is limited, shaped by fleeting […]
“Do not let the delay of what has been promised cause you to doubt its coming, for He has guaranteed the fulfillment of His promise in what He wills for you, not in what you will for yourself.” Ibn Ata’illah’s wisdom in his Hikam calls us to trust in Allah’s timing and decree. When we […]
Ramadhan trains us in surrendering to Allah’s Will, teaching us patience through hunger, gratitude through restraint, and contentment through sacrifice. By enduring the physical and spiritual discipline of fasting, we learn to trust Allah’s wisdom in all aspects of life, accepting both ease and hardship as part of His perfect plan. Just as we refrain […]
Wanting something other than what Allah has decreed in times of loss and hardship is a sign of heedlessness and a lack of trust in His wisdom. As Ibn Ata’illah states in his Hikam, “Your wanting to withdraw from everything when Allah has engaged you in the world is a hidden desire, and your wanting […]
Fasting itself is a hidden act, known only to the worshiper and Allah, reinforcing that true devotion does not seek validation from others. In this sacred month of Ramadhan, we should strive to avoid seeking status or approval, embracing the tranquility of being unnoticed while remaining steadfast in devotion. Ibn Ata’illah reminds us, “Bury yourself […]
Ramadhan is a time of spiritual togetherness. Praying together as a family strengthens love and unity. The Prophet ﷺ encouraged this by saying: “When a man wakes his wife at night and they pray two rak’ahs together, they are recorded among those who remember Allah often.” (Abu Dawood) Ways to strengthen the bond through worship: […]
Ramadhan is the perfect time to strengthen family bonds and spread love. Allah reminds us in Surah An-Nahl (16:90) to be just, kind, and generous—especially to our family. So why not use this month to be more patient, forgiving, and supportive? Share iftar together, pray as a family, and take time to appreciate each other. […]
Ihsan means doing good even when no one is watching—a key Ramadhan lesson. 1.Increase acts of kindness: –Give charity (Sadaqah, Zakat) generously. –Serve iftar to those in need. 2.Speak only words of encouragement and peace. 3.Perfect your worship (Salah, Quran recitation, dhikr) with sincerity. اللهم بارك لنا في رمضان، وأعنّا على صيامه وقيامه، وتقبّله منّا […]
Allah says, “Indeed, Allah commands justice, good conduct, and giving to relatives and forbids immorality, bad conduct, and oppression. He admonishes you that perhaps you will be reminded. (Surah An-Nahl 16:90) Allah commands us to practice ‘adl (justice) in worship and daily life and to go beyond that–to live with ihsan (excellence and kindness.) Ramadhan is […]
Our noble guest, Ramadhan, has arrived. How much attention are you giving to this honored ambassador of Allah? How are you treating this noble visitor? Understand that Ramadhan is a magnificent gift, not merely an obstacle to get through. Now, reflect on how you welcome your guest. Are you setting aside worldly distractions this month? […]
Narrated `Aisha:Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) said, “Do good deeds properly, sincerely, and moderately and know that your deeds will not make you enter Paradise and that the most beloved deed to Allah is the most regular and constant even if it were little.” If our actions are accepted and we enter Paradise, it is from the […]
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