Poem: Live To Please Only Allah The Almighty, And Embrace Your Weirdness Confidently

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

💌 Bring it on - say I'm "weird", "kakaiba", "strange", "freaky", 

"Peculiar", "eccentric", "oddball" - I'm not you, clearly. 

I'd rather do what pleases Allah the Almighty 

Than conform to low standards of lost society.

I'm grateful to side with the guided minority. 

~•~

A crowd that crawls to a cave invited by monkeys 

To jump into a pit of lava for free candies 

Would call a sensible person who resists "crazy", 

"Weirdo", "misfit", or "deluded by conspiracies", 

When they're the ones in deep trouble, in reality. 

~•~

To a large number of students who do not study, 

And instead they spend most nights on games or loud parties,

That one student who takes their studies so seriously,

With a mission to pass the exams determinedly, 

Would be called "loser" while they're the real losers, really. 

~•~

A person's true worth, merits of an activity, 

And virtues of a cause can't be measured precisely 

According to how much good attention they receive. 

Prophet Nuh ('alaihis salaam) in his time had few supporters only, 

Yet Allah loves him for his hard work and right belief. 

~•~

Share Allah's Message wisely while the majority 

Of souls flee from knowledge or stay quiet cowardly. 

Pray to Allah, strive to make life choices correctly, 

And value modesty, despite critics' mockery. 

On Judgment Day we'll find out who'll be laughing lastly. 

~•~

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Islam began as something strange and it will return to being strange, so (Tooba / glad tidings to) blessed are the strangers."

Source: Sahih Muslim 145

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim 

📖 Abdullah Ibn Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "We are now in this day. Blessed are the strangers." It was said, “O Messenger of Allah, who are the strangers?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Righteous people among many evil (wicked, misguided) people. Those who disobey them are more numerous than those who obey them."

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Ahmed Shakir 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-focus-on-achieving-allahs-love.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-dont-be-shy-of-being-among.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-ghurabaastrangers-among-muslims.html 

Tips: Eleven Signs Of A Potential Friend Or That A Person Doesn't Hold A Grudge Against You

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

💌 Just because some individuals at work or school talk to you regularly, it doesn't qualify them as "real friends". Anybody can easily smile at you out of courtesy while concealing undeniable jealousy or bitterness from an unresolved misunderstanding. 

Eleven signs that a person likes you as a potential friend or they don't hold a grudge against you at all:

1] They seem very patient with you. No matter how many times you didn't show up or you were late for an appointment, or you don't always answer their messages punctually, they readily forgive and understand that there are moments when you can get busy. 

2] When you're speaking to them face to face, you notice they're good at making eye contact, listening to you attentively, and not being distracted by their phone or unrelated activity. 

3] In a gathering or social setting, they show eagerness or willingness to sit beside you, or if you take a seat near them, they don't instantly get up to transfer to another area as though they're intimidated, but they remain seated, calm and collected. 

4] They've given you freebies, bought you drinks or snacks, or went out of their way to give you a gift or souvenir from their travel at least twice. 

5] Several times they've defended you, took your side in an argument, or saved you from an embarrassing situation. 

6] Their handshakes are usually firm and sincere, accompanied by a loving hug or cheerful vibe, not flimsy nor awkward as if they're scared to approach you. 

7] When engaging in a conversation, they occasionally ask you questions about yourself, your loved ones, interests, values, and concerns. A person who makes you feel as though you're conducting a formal job interview, because you're the only one interrogating, isn't a true friend. 

8] You can describe them as "kind", "helpful", and "generous", as they've demonstrated many times that they have the ability to assist you, offer advice, listen, help out, and share with you some of their belongings. 

9] At least twice they've invited you to an event, requested if you could accompany them outdoors, asked if they can pay a visit, or casually hang out when you're available. 

10] They've shared with you some secrets or sensitive information which they haven't told most people, or they informed you about an unforgettable dream, asking for your honest opinion. 

11] You still remember the time when they gave unsolicited advice, and you appreciate the fact that any heads-up, reminder, or correction from them shows how they care enough to hope you keep improving as a striving Muslim. 

If at least five of the above reminds you of someone, maintain connection with them for Allah's sake and have patience with their flaws, delayed responses, and mistakes. Not all souls instantly click when they first meet. Some of the strongest friendships are formed bit by bit, at a slower pace.

~•~ 

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The souls are conscripted soldiers. They come together upon what they recognize, and they differ upon what they reject." 

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 3109

Sahih Muslim 2638 

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

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http://justsharingislam.blogspot.com/2017/03/poem-similar-souls-likely-get-along.html 

Poem: When To Interfere Or Enjoin Good Deeds And When To Mind Your Business

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

💌 Three instances when it's better to enjoin what's right, 

When it's wiser to not keep certain info inside, 

And when speaking out brings you closer to Paradise: 

When the one you advise is your relative or child, 

When untold truth can harm, and informing is required. 

~•~ 

Trying to mind your business is a move that's unwise 

If someone making mistakes is a loved one or child, 

If your silence leads to their loss in this worldly life 

While they could've listened if you enjoined what is right, 

And if pride makes you fear people more than Allah's Might. 

~•~

When is it sensible to hate a sin from inside, 

And fleeing is safer than inviting needless fights, 

While still hating inwardly all that Allah dislikes? 

When correcting someone is more harmful than worthwhile, 

And they're too proud to listen despite frequent advice. 

~•~

No use in pushing a donkey if numerous times 

You've asked it to move but it refuses to give rides. 

Know that Allah is the One Who inspires, helps, and guides.  

If Allah decrees and decides that some souls don't thrive 

In terms of faith, they can't change, even if you remind. 

~•~ 

Inspire Muslims to do good, and warn against vice / crimes, 

If those whom you're advising can wisely recognize 

The need for Taqwa and the real purpose of our lives, 

And attempting to correct errors doesn't incite 

Avoidable fitna which could complicate one's life.

~•~

📖 Ali Ibn Husayn RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Verily, part of perfection in Islam is for a person to leave what does not concern him."

Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2318

Grade: Sahih li ghayri (Authentic) according to Al-Albani 

📖 Abu Sa'eed Al-Khudri RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever among you sees evil, let him change it with his hand (by stopping it physically). If he is unable to do so, then with his tongue (verbally, by warning or speaking against that wrongdoing). If he is unable to do so, then with his heart (by at least hating the sin instead of admiring the wrongdoers), and that is the weakest level of faith." 

Source: Sahih Muslim 49 

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim 

📖 Umm Salamah RadhiAllahu 'anha narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said: "There will be rulers (in the future, before the Day of Judgment) from whom you will see both goodness and corruption. One who recognizes their evil and hates it will maintain his innocence; but one who is pleased with it and follows them (in committing the wrongdoing) will be sinful." It was said, “Shall we not fight them?” The Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said: "No, as long as they pray." 

Source: Sahih Muslim 1854 

Grade: Sahih 

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The believer is a mirror to his faithful brother. He protects him against loss and defends him behind his back." 

Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu said, 'The believer is a mirror to his brother. If he sees something wrong in him, he should correct it.' 

Source: Al-Adab Al-Mufrad 239 

Grade: Hasan (Fair) according to Al-Albani 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/07/note-importance-of-enjoining-good-deeds.html 

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=iW9VSVkj8uA

Note: My Brief Story On How I Started Including Tahajjud As Part Of My Routine

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

💌 The first time I was interested in including Tahajjud / Qiyaam Al-Layl as part of my regular routine was when I was around twelve or thirteen years old. I remember waking up late at night often to go to the bathroom and while most of the lights in the apartment were switched off, one of the living rooms would be brightly lit and I could overhear my parents (Allah yarhamhuma. Ameen.) praying together a special night prayer which I thought was only prayed during Ramadan and done by older individuals or adults. Alhamdulillah with Allah's Guidance I gradually became interested in praying Qiyaam Al-Layl often after conducting some thorough research about it and with frequent encouragement from my dear mother (Allah yarhamha. Ameen.) to never quit praying Tahajjud. 

In the beginning I wasn't very regular in praying Qiyaam Al-Layl though until I discovered that there was a huge difference between starting your day after having prayed Tahajjud and facing the day without having prayed Tahajjud whether it was due to oversleeping, having my monthly excuse, or not feeling motivated due to temporary stress or sadness. 

On days when I missed out on the virtues and rewards of praying Tahajjud, since I was in my teens up till now in my early thirties, I realized that I felt "more vulnerable to fitna" and more susceptible to mood swings or annoyance. It was as if I didn't have a significant shield needed to be more careful, wiser, or strong enough to pass certain tests and challenges. Alternatively whenever I was able to wake up anywhere from 2:30 am to some minutes before Salat Al-Fajr, I noticed that my motivation to do good deeds was stronger, felt more inspired, and my intuition (from Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala) seemed more accurate than on days in which I missed out on Tahajjud's countless blessings. 

Praying Tahajjud for Allah's sake regularly is one of the distinctive qualities of pious Muslims who sincerely strive to be close allies and loyal supporters of Allah the Almighty and His noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam. Try to include it as one of your best habits and 

Inn-sha-Allah you can witness the quality of your Deen and dunya improve a lot.

~•~ 

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, 'Our Rabb (Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala) descends to the lowest Heaven in the last third of every night, and He Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala says: "Who is calling upon Me, so that I may answer him? Who is asking from Me, so that I may give him? Who is seeking My forgiveness, so that I may forgive him?"'

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1094

Sahih Muslim 758

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

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/04/poem-join-those-who-pray-tahajjud-often.html 

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Poem: Distinguishing Traits Of People Who Can't Be Trusted

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

💌 Some adjectives that suit those whom you can never trust, 

So you shield yourself from traitors who put on an act 

For their selfish gains which they conceal beneath fake masks: 

Jealous, insecure, untrustworthy or dishonest, 

Unstable, and unfaithful or morally corrupt. 

~•~ 

If you've noticed some ignore your salaams on purpose 

Often online and offline, and it's a bad habit 

Of theirs to disregard simple greetings, don't expect 

Them to be kindhearted souls who keep every promise. 

Whoso treats you based on current moods can't be trusted. 

~•~

Rolling their eyes like they're performers in a circus 

Or giving you dirty looks whenever you express 

A thought or feeling could indicate they're envious. 

Whoever envies you can't be given your secrets, 

Dreams told in detail, and tips to personal success. 

~•~

If more than thrice someone's acts confused, disappointed, 

Or frustrated you, and you felt unjustly treated, 

As they refused to make up for broken promises, 

Then realize they don't deserve to be supported. 

No merits can be derived in one-sided friendships. 

~•~

Overall, don't trust anyone who can get tempted 

To do the kind of actions which shaytan would suggest, 

From lying and stealing to revealing a secret, 

Or betraying at some point, even with excuses. 

Just trust Allah, not fellow mortals He created.

~•~

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The believer is not stung twice from the same hole." 

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 5782 

Sahih Muslim 2998 

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

📖 Ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "When Allah gathers together the earlier and later generations on the Day of Resurrection, He will raise a banner for every (betrayer) treacherous person. It will be announced that this is the treachery of this person, the son of this person."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 5823

Sahih Muslim 1735

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

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