💌 Frequent earthquakes are signs from Allah the Almighty
That Judgment Day is near, hence we ought to be ready
For the meeting with Allah by doing more good deeds
And through Tawbah, returning to Allah sincerely,
Despite many sins done when our faith level is weak.
~•~
Earthquakes remind the really arrogant and haughty
That their tallness, big ego, skillful abilities,
Muscular bodies and being spoiled with luxury
Can never match the Might of Allah the Almighty
Who can shake the earth, mountains, buildings, bridges and seas.
~•~
Earthquakes remind those prideful of being so wealthy
That there's no use in building mansions designed to please
Those attached to dunya, misled by material greed.
Anytime the ground may tremble when Allah decrees,
And all humans can do is leave their homes to the streets.
~•~
Earthquakes remind those currently dealing with worries,
Financial struggles, loads of stress, and worldly duties
That they don't need to worry, as it's temporary -
This world full of tests, along with its difficulties.
So we should focus on serving Allah faithfully.
~•~
Don't wait for further earthquakes to rouse spiritual sleep,
As earthquakes can quickly occur whilst you're fast asleep.
Keep praying to Allah for His Forgiveness, Mercy,
And for Allah's Love so He strengthens your piety.
Frequently read Surah Al-Mulk too to be ready.
~•~
📖 Anas Ibn Malik RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "There is a chapter in the Qur'an, not but thirty verses (Surah Al-Mulk), which will argue on behalf of its companion until he enters Paradise. It is the chapter: 'Blessed is He (Allah the Almighty) in Whose Hand is the Dominion.'" (The Noble Qur'an 67:1)
Source: Al-Mu’jam Al-Awsat 3667
Grade: Hasan (Fair) according to Al-Albani
📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "There is a chapter in the Qur'an of thirty verses (Surah Al-Mulk), which will intercede for its companion until he is forgiven: 'Blessed is He (Allah) in Whose Hand is the Dominion.'" (The Noble Qur'an 67:1)
Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 1400
Grade: Hasan (Fair) according to Al-Albani
📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The Hour (Last Day) will not be established until (religious) knowledge will be taken away (by the death of religious learned men and scholars), earthquakes will be very frequent, time will pass quickly, afflictions (trials) will appear, murders will increase and money will overflow amongst you."
Sahih Al-Bukhari 1036
(See Hadith No. 85 Vol 1)
Book 15 Hadith 31
USC-MSA web (English) reference: Vol. 2, Book 17
Hadith 146
📖 Abu Musa RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "This nation of mine has been granted mercy. Their punishment is not in the Hereafter. Their punishment is in the world, in the form of persecution, earthquakes, and slaughter."
Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 4278
Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani
📖 Salman RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Nothing repels the divine decree but supplication, and nothing increases life span but righteousness."
Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2139
Grade: Hasan (Fair) according to Al-Albani
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