Poem: I Can't Cry Over Former Friends If Their Departure Was By Allah Destined And It's All For My Protection

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

💌 If I were asked, "What can you say about those who left, 

Potential friends with whom you couldn't smoothly connect, 

Who suspected your motives then refused to forgive, 

Or your language, needs and interests they failed to get, 

So they disappeared, wanting you confused and bereft?"

~•~

I say, Allah the Almighty always knows what's best. 

Through letting them go, Allah just wanted to protect 

Me from their wicked tendencies to be dishonest, 

To abuse my kindness, to whine without benefit 

And accumulate people's sins through childish gossip.

~•~

If some of those ex-friends can't be described as "toxic", 

And by their speech or conduct I've never been upset, 

I accept that Allah made the connection short-lived. 

To trust none except Allah through it I'm reminded. 

By humans' flaws and limits you'll be disappointed.

~•~

Truthfully I can't cry over those who departed, 

Specially if their fleeing is what Allah wanted, 

To return me to Him and not remain distracted 

By clinging to His slaves who can't always be trusted. 

Alhamdulillah with Allah's Love I'm contented.

~•~

📖 Suhayb RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Amazing is the affair of the believer, as there is good for him in every matter. This is not the case for anyone but for the believer. If he goes through ease (or happy moments), he thanks Allah and it is good for him. If he goes through difficulty, he shows patience and it is good for him."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2999

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The strong believer is more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, but there is goodness in both of them. Be eager for what benefits you, seek help from Allah, and do not be frustrated. If something befalls you, then do not say: 'If only I had done something else.’ Rather say: "Allah has decreed what He wills." Verily, the phrase ‘if only’ opens the way for the work of shaytan."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2664

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim

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Hadith: Virtues Of Fasting Many Sunnah Fasts In Sha'baan

📖 Aisha RadhiAllahu 'anha narrated: The Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam would fast until we said he will never break his fast, and he did not fast until we said he would never fast. I did not see the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam complete an entire month of fasting except for Ramadan, and I did not see him complete more voluntary fasts than in the month of Sha’ban.

In another narration, Aisha RadhiAllahu 'anha said: The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam would fast Sha’ban and then connect it to Ramadan.

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1868 

Sahih Muslim 1156

Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim

Al-Nawawi said, “It is part of the Sunnah to fast in the month of Sha’ban.”

Source: Al-Majmū’ Sharḥ Al-Muhadhab 6/386

📖 Umm Salamah RadhiAllahu 'anha narrated: I did not see the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam fast for two consecutive months in a row except for Sha’ban and Ramadan.

Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 736

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani

📖 Sahl ibn Sa’d RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Verily, there is a gate in Paradise called Ar-Rayyaan, through which only those who fasted will enter on the Day of Resurrection. No one else will enter it along with them. It will be said: 'Where are those who fasted, so that they may enter?' When the last of them enters, it will be closed and no one else will go through it."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1797

Sahih Muslim 1152

Grade: Muttafaqun Alayhi (Authenticity agreed upon) according to Al-Bukhari and Muslim

📖 Usamah ibn Zayd RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, I do not see you fasting any month as much as you fast during Sha’baan.” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "It is a month that people neglect between the months of Rajab and Ramadan. It is a month in which the deeds are raised to the Rabb (Lord) of the worlds and I like that my deeds are raised while I am fasting."

Source: Sunan Al-Nasā’ī 2357

Grade: Hasan (Fair) according to Al-Albani

Note: Why Muslims Who Love Allah The Almighty Don't Need To Go On Dates Before Marriage

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

💌 When asked by a non-Muslim, "How can you marry someone you barely know?" or "Why start a family with a complete stranger? Shouldn't you go on dates first, observe if you're compatible, fall in love then propose and live happily ever after?" we unapologetically respond with "Alhamdulillah as Muslims, we live according to Allah's rules and strive to do only what He commanded. We avoid premarital relationships, waiting for marriage, not only because Allah the Almighty prohibited unlawful love or zina/fornication, but playing games with people's hearts temporarily then breaking up with them to find a different potential partner is a despicable abomination.

Since women in Islam have an honorable status being ordered by Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala to wear the hijab and clothes that are modest, preventing them from premarital relations is one way to emphasize they mustn't be treated as cheap objects.

A woman isn't a car that any man can give her a test drive to see if he likes the vehicle or not. Similarly a man who knows his duties to Allah the All-Knowing wouldn't put himself in an ignoble and obnoxious situation, lowering his manliness levels by running after several lovers before getting lawfully married, as though he is a stray puppy licking anything it gets its paws on in a dumpster until it finally found 'the one' it's been looking for.

True love in Islam is discovered, learned and valued after marriage. Muslims who are knowledgeable of what Allah expects them to be don't need to imitate the misguided societies that ironically idolize cheesy forbidden love stories while questioning the value of Islamic modesty and polygyny.

One beautiful aspect about Allah's prohibition of zina is that when a woman willingly accepts the marriage proposal of a man she never dated, after praying Salat Al-Istikhaara, is the feeling of contentment and gratitude within the wife and husband upon knowing that their soulmate was chosen by Allah the Most Wise with wisdom. Their marriage especially becomes a blessing by submitting to Allah's Will patiently. Mutually discovering more about each other in gradual stages after the wedding ceremony is what makes the journey of love more exciting, memorable and noteworthy." 

How can a man find a pious wife if dating isn't permitted? He can consult his mother, sisters and aunties asking if they could suggest a lady whom they know who is willing to accept his marriage proposal or he can ask his friends and male colleagues if they're interested in having him as their future brother-in-law. In case that guy is a student or employee in an environment where males and females often interact for professional reasons, and he realizes he's "in love" with a hijabi or niqabi who is single, he can approach her guardians/wali, parents or brothers and propose after he prayed two Sunnah Rak'ahs of Salat Al-Istikhaara. Before the lady agrees or declines, it is recommended for her and the suitor to see each other face to face not in a secluded area but in the presence of her mahrams. If the woman said yes to the guy's proposal, Alhamdulillah, and if she rejected his proposal after seeing him personally, then he must patiently accept Allah's Decree. Forced marriages are not allowed in Islam. The guy can try proposing another time with a different woman when Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala knows both souls are beneficial for one another and ready to marry.

📖 From Al-Mugheerah ibn Shu’bah RadhiAllahu anhu: “I proposed marriage to a woman, and the Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said: ‘Have you seen her?’ I said, ‘No.’ He SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, ‘Look at her, because it is more fitting that love and compatibility be established between you.’” According to another narration: “So he did that, and he married her and mentioned that they got along.”

(Reported by Al-Daaraqutni, 3/252 (31, 32); Ibn Maajah, 1/574)

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Poem: Advice To Muslims Who Couldn't Pass Their Board Exams

💐 In The Name Of Allah The Most Gracious The Most Merciful

💌 To the sister who messaged me asking for some tips

On how to deal with failed board exams that bring distress.

Dear sister, Allah knows you wanted to ace those tests,

Allah saw how you used to study with eagerness,

And those sleepless nights spent with books, Du'as, tears and stress.

~•~

The money and energy you used are not wasted,

Good deeds you've done for Allah's sake have been recorded.

Moments with wholehearted Du'as are also counted,

So don't be upset. Accept what Allah selected.

For accepting Allah's Decree you'll be rewarded.

~•~

Grades and diplomas don't really measure intellect.

Not the end of the world if you don't pass worldly tests,

Thus toughen up when you flunk or you get rejected.

What matters is you tried your best, while you've accepted

No soul is perfect, yet you can still strive for success -

~•~

The best prize is Jannah where all wishes can be met,

Where we can meet Allah and His beloved Prophets

'Alaihim as-salaam, and where we'll be delighted

To know that everyone in Jannah won't be depressed,

But focused on enjoying eternal gifts and rest.

~•~

Whether you planned to be a teacher or pharmacist,

If Allah has better plans, He rejects your request.

Perhaps Allah wants you to be happily married

With an ambitious spouse and plenty of pious kids.

Stay positive even if temporarily jobless.

~•~

Without a degree, it's still possible to get rich,

If you trust Allah and have a strong business mindset.

It's fine if currently you're just a bachelorette

Without a fancy title or degree like the rest,

As long as about Islam you are educated,

~•~

Aware of the truth and practicing good etiquettes,

Preparing for Jannah, grateful you're not misguided.

Increase the good deeds you bring with you in your luggage,

And do what you can with Sabr to pass Allah's tests.

Seeing Allah's Face is what can define real success.

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated that Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The strong believer is more beloved to Allah than the weak believer, but there is goodness in both of them. Be eager for what benefits you, seek help from Allah, and do not be frustrated. If something befalls you, then do not say: 'If only I had done something else.' Rather say: 'Allah has decreed what He wills.' Verily, the phrase ‘if only’ opens the way for the work of shaytan."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2664

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim