Poem: To Each Muslimah Who's Currently Single

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

💌 Dear Muslimah, currently single, trying her best 

To pass, with patience, all of Allah's challenging tests, 

In striving to obey Allah through staying modest, 

Honoring her parents with care, Du'as, and respect, 

And ensuring that Allah's Laws she never neglects:

~•~

With Allah's Love and Guidance, you're doing well. Don't quit. 

Preserve chastity. Avoid zina without regret. 

See, that's how strong you are, whenever you feel tempted 

To stray from Allah and try what He prohibited, 

With Taqwa, you restrain and have your nafs defeated.

~•~

For controlling your desires and gaze with fierce courage 

And avoiding what's haraam though your heart may want it, 

With Allah's Will, in both worlds you'll be much rewarded. 

You show you're brave when you leave what keeps you distracted, 

Fleeing to Allah to keep your faith/Imaan shielded.

~•~

Like a warrior in combat, with Taqwa you're equipped, 

Guided by Allah, you can fight what shaytan suggests. 

Despite many being in haraam relationships, 

You're tough enough to patiently wait for your marriage, 

Aware your journey to Jannah isn't over yet.

~•~

So persevere dear striving Muslimah. Every test 

From Allah is given as He knows you can pass it. 

By surrounding fitna and whims of the misguided 

From your goal to reach Jannah don't be deviated. 

Strive for Allah. Know sincere efforts are not wasted.

~•~

When that special event arrives, when you get married 

To the man whom Allah the Most Loving selected 

As your soulmate, and you are each other's destined gifts, 

You'll realize what it feels like to be romantic, 

Protective and loyal to your spouse whom you cherish.

~•~

Meanwhile, remain patient, knowing Allah always gives 

Not necessarily what you like but what your soul needs. 

Continue praying to Allah that He grants what's best  

And He guides you throughout life so you can pass His tests. 

Hearts that serve just Allah are free from aches and distress.

~•~

📖 Abdullah Ibn Mas’ud RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "O young men, if you are able to support a wife, get married. Verily, it lowers the gaze and guards chastity. Whoever is not able to do so, he must fast as it (fasting regularly for Allah's sake) will discipline his desires."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1806

Sahih Muslim 1400

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

📖 Aisha RadhiAllahu 'anha narrated: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, should women be asked for their consent (permission) before marriage?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Yes." I said, “Indeed, sometimes a virgin is too shy to speak when asked.” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Her silence (not refusing nor complaining) is her consent (sign that she accepts the marriage proposal)."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 6547

Sahih Muslim 1420

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

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/03/poem-while-not-every-woman-gets-to.html

Poem: Allah The Almighty Always Sees Us, We're Never "Alone".

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

💌 It's a lie to claim you're "alone". In reality, 

You're not alone. Allah is the Most Near, Al-Qareeb, 

As-Samee' Who hears your inner voice and words you speak, 

Al-'Aleem Who knows your feelings and what you conceal, 

And Al-Baseer Who always sees your state and your deeds.

~•~

We're not alone. We have Allah, and there are Angels 

Nearby ready to record actions intentional, 

Assigned to list our acts, to Allah they're dutiful, 

While other Angels of Mercy pray that we're careful 

To avoid displeasing Allah so we're successful.

~•~

We're not alone. We have Allah, while jinns do exist. 

There are Muslim jinns, wicked jinns, other jinns with kids. 

Similar to humans, Allah made them to worship 

And serve Allah without harming what He created. 

As you read the Qur'an, some jinns learn from the verses.

~•~

We're not alone. We have Allah, and on earth somewhere 

Are souls who, from where they are, join us to say Dhikr, 

Praying Tahajjud, asking Allah for more Sabr, 

To do good deeds for Allah's sake, like us they're eager. 

If Allah Wills, someday we'll meet in Jannah up there.

~•~

We're not alone. Allah is with us, and there are books 

That we can study so Islam is more understood. 

When our faith in Allah is strong and when we're secure 

With ourselves, we won't require people to reassure 

We're never alone. Allah is always there, for sure.

~•~

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated that the Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The Mufarridun (the isolated or those who like to isolate themselves) have gone ahead (in gaining rewards)." He was asked, "Who are the Mufarridun?" He SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam replied, "Those men and women who remember Allah much."

[Sahih Muslim]

Arabic/English book reference: Book 16, Hadith 1436

📖 Sa'd Ibn Abi Waqqas RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Verily, Allah loves a servant who is righteous, independent, and obscure (not popular, not famous)."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2965

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Those in solitude have raced ahead." They said, “O Messenger of Allah, who are those in solitude ('al-mufarridoon')?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "They are men and women who remember Allah a lot."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2676

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-solitude-with-allah.html

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/07/poem-not-lonely-since-allah-is-with-me.html

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-trust-allah-and-you-cant-feel.html

Note: Reminder to recite Surah Al-Kahf every Jumuah Friday and include the Muslim Ummah in your Du'as.

Poem: Five Insecure Habits That Confident People Do Not Do

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

💌 Five things that truly confident people do not do, 

As their trust in Allah Almighty keeps them assured: 

They don't bully, to envying others they're immune, 

They don't glue themselves to worldly joys to feel secure, 

They're not petty, not confused nor of themselves unsure.

~•~

One: Confident people don't oppress like awful trolls. 

Bullying and injustice they would never approach. 

They value rich manners as though they have hearts of gold.

They'd hate to be obnoxious like a pesky cockroach 

Through disturbing people's peace or laughing at their faults.

~•~

Two: Confident Muslims are happy from the inside, 

With Allah's Love and Guidance keeping them satisfied. 

They seldom photograph food they ate to emphasize 

They can afford lavish meals and luxurious lifestyles. 

They don't flaunt their affluence for superficial likes.

~•~

Three: Thick-skinned and steadfast, trusting Allah the Most Wise, 

They swiftly and smoothly move on from those they despise. 

They don't seek people's applause nor insist to be liked.

They don't bother stalking strangers online and offline. 

To toxic vibes and drama themselves they don't invite.

~•~

Four: The confident are determined and resolute, 

With long-term and lofty goals they patiently pursue. 

Critics' insults and loved ones not cheering can't reduce 

Their will to succeed. They don't need a fan club to move.

Criticism and failures inspire them to improve.

~•~

Five: Grateful for Allah's Love, from within they're complete, 

Unafraid and unworried if friends decide to leave.

Whoso likes them they befriend or treat with courtesy, 

And they're unfazed by those who view them as enemies. 

They don't take selfies or do acts so the crowds are pleased.

~•~

You know you're confident when you're thriving already 

With strong Imaan and trust in Allah the Almighty, 

When people can't make you doubt your worth and faculties, 

And you don't retreat when they sneer or show enmity.

Toughen up for Allah Whom we serve and fear only.

~•~

📖 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

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/05/note-how-to-avoid-inferiority-complex.html

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/01/poem-eleven-signs-of-people-with-strong.html

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/01/poem-what-insecure-people-do-and-tips.html

Poem: Only Allah Knows The Niyyah / Intentions Of His Servants

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

💌 "She brings food to meetings to prove she's so generous, 

Either that, or to flaunt she can cook better than us.", 

"She published her own books desperate to be famous.", 

"They conduct Islamic classes mainly for the cash.", 

"More reminders? Attention hog, would you look at that."

~•~

"He only gave us a ride to show off his new car.", 

"They lecture just to be some sort of religious stars.", 

"By sharing posts in Arabic they obviously are 

Flaunting their linguistic skills, that they're more superior.", 

"They desire people's approval. I doubt they're sincere."

~•~

No matter how pure your heart is or how you ensure 

That your deeds are for Allah, with niyyah not impure, 

There'll be critics and haters out there who are unsure 

Of your intention, and they act like they know for sure, 

When matters dealing with the heart are issues obscure.

~•~

People must remind themselves that Only Allah knows 

The actual state, feelings and intentions of all souls. 

Just as they can't judge books with one glimpse of their covers, 

They've no right to describe you using unfitting words, 

Specially if you've never hung out with them before.

~•~

Let those who falsely accuse you receive your past sins, 

Disturbing themselves with lies and jealous resentment. 

While you can't stop them from accusing and assuming, 

You can seek Allah's Help, trust He'll justly deal with them.

Await rewards for your patience with their suspicions.

~•~

📖 Ibn Mas’ud RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: The Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam was distributing charity when a man from the Ansaar said, “By Allah, Muhammad (SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam) did not intend to please Allah with this!” I came to the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam and told him about it, then anger could be seen on his face. The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Moses (Prophet Musa 'alaihis salaam) was hurt by more than this, yet he remained patient."

In another narration, the Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Who will be just if not Allah and His Messenger?"

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 5712 

Sahih Muslim 1062

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

📖 Usamah Ibn Zayd RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: The Messenger of Allah, SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam sent us on an expedition. In the morning we attacked Al-Huraqat of Juhaynah. I caught hold of a man and he said, “There is no god but Allah!” but I stabbed him. Then it occurred to me that I should mention that to the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam. The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Did he say ‘there is no god but Allah’ and you killed him?" I said, “O Messenger of Allah, he only said it fearing the weapon.” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Did you tear open his heart to know if he meant it or not?" The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam continued to repeat this to me until I had wished I had not embraced Islam until that day.

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 6478 

Sahih Muslim 96

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

📖 Abu Dharr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "A man does not accuse another man of wickedness or unbelief except that it will be turned against him if his companion is innocent."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 5698

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Bukhari

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/11/poem-avoid-unjust-assumptions.html

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/02/poem-avoid-unjust-assumption-and.html

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/02/poem-avoid-false-assumptions-leave.html

Islamic Books Reading: Da'wah According To The Qur'an And Sunnah

You're most welcome to order one of the books of my late mother "Da'wah According To The Qur'an And Sunnah" (Allah yarhamha. Ameen.) at Darussalam Publishers:

https://darussalam.com/dawah-according-to-the-quran-and-the-sunnah/

https://darussalamstore.com/en/

https://darussalam.com/the-quran-the-divine-revelation/

https://darussalam.com/the-rationale-benefits-of-salat-islamic-prayers/

Or you can read the summary at:

https://www.slideshare.net/mobile/JustSharingIslam/dawah-according-to-the-quran-and-the-prophets-sunnahtradition-by-dr-norlain-khadija-dindang-mababaya

Summary in pdf format:

https://www.scribd.com/document/463363415/Dawah-According-to-the-Quran-and-Sunnah-Mababaya-Dr-Norlain-Dindang-PDFDrive-com-1

https://m.facebook.com/darussalamph/photos/a.1123348177709145/1398834010160559/?type=3&source=48