The Three Beautiful Responses in the Qur’an

The Three Beautiful Responses in the Qur’an

In the Qur’an, Allah teaches us three “beautiful” ways to handle life’s struggles: ṣabr jameel (beautiful patience) in Surah Yusuf (12:18), hajr jameel (beautiful avoidance) in Surah al-Muzzammil (73:10), and ṣafḥ jameel (beautiful forgiveness) in Surah al-Hijr (15:85). 

Beautiful patience means holding on in tough times without complaining to people, only turning to Allah. 

Beautiful avoidance means stepping away from those who cause harm or trouble, but doing so calmly and with dignity, not in anger. 

Beautiful forgiveness means letting go of grudges and forgiving others with a clean heart. 

Put together, these three teach us how to stay strong, peaceful, and close to Allah when facing trials or dealing with difficult people.

Share this post

Facebook
X
LinkedIn
Pinterest
Search
Categories

Related Entries

Preparing for Fasting of the Elite
Preparing for the fasting of the elite starts before Ramadan even begins. It means getting our hearts...
Read More
11
Fasting is a Shield
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Fasting is a ShieldFasting during Ramadan and voluntary fasts throughout...
Read More
1744892321
Don’t Delay: The Islamic Duty of Preparing Your Will
As Muslims, it is important that we do not delay in writing a will. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said, “It...
Read More
19
Lying is Harmful
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Lying harms others in several significant ways, both emotionally and practically....
Read More