Poem: Be Patient Enough To Keep Secrets.

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful
💌 Despite the fact some think I'm too chatty or open,
Most of my thoughts, feelings and dreams remain unspoken.
Extremely few can be regarded as a close friend,
And even with them I don't disclose all sentiments.
~•~
I could be very talkative if I wanted to,
Sharing what I've seen in a dream so it's understood,
Expressing every worry, idea, point of view,
And whatever info I've gathered from random news.
~•~
But then again by speaking recklessly I just lose,
Exposing myself to those who lack moral virtues,
Who may twist my words, gossip, or have them misconstrued,
Or take offense so they turn to strangers I once knew.
~•~
So instead of texting this person and that daily,
Revealing to them intimate reflections freely,
I suppress the urge to open up, and silently
Transfer my worries to say Du'a contentedly.
~•~
Only Allah knows about the emotions I feel,
My concerns, my fears, and secrets I cannot reveal.
Allah, I believe, is the One Who listens and heals.
Trust none but Allah, even if people's lips are sealed.
~•~
📖 Mu’adh ibn Jabal RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Verily, you will continue to be safe as long as you remain silent. If you speak, it will be recorded for you or against you."
Source: Al-Mu’jam Al-Kabīr 16591
Grade: Hasan li ghayrihi (Fair due to external evidence) according to Al-Albani
📖 Abdullah ibn Mas’ud RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Most of the sins of the children of Adam (humans) are on their tongues."
Ibn Mas’ud said, “O tongue! Speak goodness and be rewarded, or remain silent and be safe, lest you become regretful.”
Source: Al-Mu’jam Al-Kabīr 10300
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani
📖 Aswad ibn Asram RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, advise me.” The Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, “Can you control your tongue?” I said, “But what do I control if I cannot control my tongue?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, “Can you control your hands?” I said, “But what do I control if I cannot control my hands?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Do not say anything on your tongue except what is right, and do not stretch out your hand except to do good."
Source: Shu’ab Al-Imān 2867
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani

Poem: On Loving Righteous Muslims For Allah's Sake

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful
💌 Around the world are souls whom I love for Allah's sake,
I gravitate to them as plants lean to the sun's rays.
Their love for Allah and strong faith are what captivate,
So I'm inspired to pray for them nearly night and day.
~•~
Though to some I haven't told they're loved for Allah's sake,
Guessing they're too busy, or they reside far away,
Or they'll find me strange, or the feelings are not the same,
My love is shown in Du'as when I pronounce their names.
~•~
Other ways in which love for Allah's sake is portrayed
Include defending them when some gossip and defame,
Checking on them once in a while, hoping they're okay,
Concealing their secrets, and correcting their mistakes.
~•~
I love them lots for Allah for how they motivate
Me to learn Islam, be more cautious of what I say,
To stay patient, fast Sunnah fasts every other day,
And to avoid bid'ah so I do not go astray.
~•~
Although my affection may not be clearly displayed,
Only Allah knows that I do love them for His sake.
This love lacks extreme attachment but gives needed space,
Freedom to strive together towards Allah's Straight Way.
~•~
📖 Al-Miqdam ibn Ma’di RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "When one of you loves his brother, let him know."
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhī 2392
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Suyuti
📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "You will not enter Paradise until you have faith and you will not have faith until you love each other. Shall I show you something that, if you did, you would love each other? Spread peace between yourselves."
Source: Sahih Muslim 54
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim
📖 Mu’adh ibn Jabal RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Allah the Almighty said: 'Those who love each other for the sake of My Glory will be upon pulpits of light, admired by the prophets and the martyrs.'"
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhī 2390
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani