Note: Live On Earth To Please Only Allah The Almighty And Know That Real Life Is In Jannah Paradise

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

💌 I used to be acquainted with a female in her mid twenties who died some time this year while giving birth if I'm not mistaken. If one of her dreams or life goals was to bring up righteous Muslim kids, with Allah's Will she wasn't able to see such wish come true. Two of my students some years ago passed away in their teens without experiencing what it's like to graduate. If completing college and earning halal income were from their wishes when they were alive, Allah the Almighty decreed that they'd depart from this fleeting world before such ambitions could be acquired. 

Just recently one brother in Islam, who was around 25 or so years old, passed away while struggling to survive as a hardworking teacher amidst different sources of stress. 

Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala destined that he would be among those young men who'd die without the opportunity to experience marriage life and fatherhood. 

No matter how much you desire to attain certain goals in this temporary dunya, whether one of your aims is to become a wealthy professional or dedicated spouse, understand that our main purpose of living is to do what we can to please and serve Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala until we meet Him. 

It's not a big issue if your overall performance at school or work is unsatisfactory, or if you aren't as rich or good-looking as a particular individual. It's not a crisis if you can't afford branded outfits, costly accessories, and a large mansion. And it's not a serious problem if you're unable to reconcile with some individuals who aren't reciprocating your efforts to reconnect. What is most important is that we strive to live this dunya in a way that pleases Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala through striving to obey His commands and avoid what He prohibited so when He Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala takes us we don't scold ourselves with regret saying things like "if only I prayed on time... if only I deleted all those selfies... if only I completed paying all my debts... if only I recited Surah Al-Mulk before going to bed... and if only I said sorry to my relatives etc.".

~•~ 

📖 Ibn 'Abbas RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Take advantage of five before five: Your youth before your old age, your health before your illness, your riches before your poverty, your free time before your work, and your life before your death."

Source: Shu'ab Al-Imān 9575

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani 

📖 'Abdullah Ibn 'Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Be in this world as if you were a stranger or a traveler along a path."

Ibn 'Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma would say, “If you make it to the evening, do not wait for the morning. If you make it to the morning, do not wait for the evening. Take from your health for your sickness, and from your life for your death.”

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 6053

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Bukhari 

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📑 Reminder to read Surah Al-Kahf every Jumuah Friday, recite Surah Al-Mulk each day and night, and include the Muslim Ummah in your Du'as.

Note: One Righteous Muslim Friend Is Better Than Many Acquaintances Who Are A Bad Influence

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

💌 It's better to have a pious friend who occasionally sends you links to reliable Islamic websites than hilarious friends who spoil you with laughter from the funny memes and jokes they share. A dependable companion who loves accompanying you to Islamic conferences and religious circles is worthier of keeping than a generous one who frequently treats you at buffet restaurants gaining sins as you ridicule others through backbiting.

🌸 Among the signs of righteous companions who are "friends for keeps" include:

• When you're with them, your Taqwa and faith/Imaan levels increase.

• When you're not around them, you can trust that they won't gossip about you, as they hate nonsensical talks, purposely telling lies, and obnoxiously indulging in immature gossiping.

• Beautified with steadfast faith/Imaan, sincerity, and decent manners, they're readily forgiving. So even if you don't talk to each other for several days or months, when you reunite for Allah's sake, such as in Eid gatherings or at a friend's wedding, there's no hatred nor awkward silence as you understand each other's busy schedule.

• Without hesitating to advise and correct you when you do something wrong, their counseling is typically done one-on-one because they never wish to see you in an embarrassing situation.

• Recalling that you're human just like them with several flaws and imperfections, they considerately give you lots of time for self-improvement. So they want you to join them in their journey to Jannah without feeling like you're being forced.

• When you share your joys and achievements with them, they don't misinterpret it as showing off nor do they feel envious at all. They enjoy discovering more about you, offer genuine support, and respect your unique qualities or interests.

• You both lovingly mention each other's names in your Du'as on a regular basis, whether while fasting a Sunnah fast every other Monday and Thursday, or in Sujood while praying Tahajjud when only few choose to stay awake. 

If you have at least one pious friend, even if such friend happens to be one or both of your dear parents and / or your loving husband, then stay grateful to Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala for being blessed with a worthwhile companion. If it's challenging to find trustworthy people around your area, then remain contented with Allah's Love and eagerly anticipate meeting other good souls in the next life who, with Allah's Will, deserve entry to Jannah Heaven.

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu anhu narrated that Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu alaihi wa sallam  said, "A man is upon the religion of his best friend, so let one of you look at whom he befriends."

Source: Sunan Abu Dawud 4833

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to An-Nawawi 

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Poem: What Is It Like To Love Your Husband Truly For Allah's Sake?

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

💌 "So what's it like to love your husband for Allah's sake?" 

"How do you know your love is real and not one bit fake?" 

"What makes you stay married though you don't see him always?" 

"Of all the guys on earth, why choose him? What motivates 

You to keep loving your spouse in spite of his mistakes?" 

~•~ 

To put it simply, my loving him for Allah's sake 

Is what keeps me motivated to patiently stay 

Married in spite of the fact he's not around always. 

Loving him for Allah is like designing a page 

Sent from a trusted friend who knows you can decorate... 

~•~ 

...and formulate fine pathways leading to Jannah's gates, 

With Allah's Will, as you say Du'as each night and day. 

Actual love for Allah's sake enables you to wait, 

Disables you from wanting to needlessly complain, 

Reminds you to forget flaws and recall his best traits. 

~•~ 

This is what it's like to love my zawj for Allah's sake: 

Think of a nerd who values subjects which most kids hate, 

A diner who loves to wash their own dishes and plates 

Seeking rewards while critics laugh at how they seem strange, 

And a gem that still shines even when the skies are gray.

~•~

You maintain patience when your husband is far away, 

Apply hope while beseeching Allah to keep him safe 

And guided to remain steadfast upon Allah's Way, 

When you appreciate your soulmate for Allah's sake. 

Mutual love for Allah leads you both to Jannah's gates.

~•~ 

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "If I were to order anyone to prostrate to another, I would have ordered a wife to prostrate before her husband."

Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhī 1159

Grade: Hasan (Fair) according to At-Tirmidhi

Ali Al-Qari said, "That she prostrates to her husband is due to the number of his rights over her and her difficulty in maintaining gratitude for them. This rhetorical point conveys the obligation of the wife to obey her husband in his rights. Indeed, prostration is not lawful to anyone other than Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala."

Source: Mirqāt Al-Mafātīḥ 5/2125 

📖 Abdullah Ibn Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The world is enjoyment and the best enjoyment in the world is a righteous wife." 

Source: Sahih Muslim 1467

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim 

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Poem: To Single Brothers In Islam Striving To Survive

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

💌 To single brothers in Islam striving to survive 

On earth with an aim to pass Allah's tests day and night, 

Also with a mission to deserve a pious wife 

To love for Allah and bring up at least one good child, 

While they strive to fight fitna storming from various sides: 

~•~ 

Remind yourself often that our main purpose in life 

Is to serve Allah and live for Him each day and night, 

Not to be famous, admired, or financially thrive, 

And not to enjoy this world as if we'll never die. 

The closer we are to Allah, the more tests arise. 

~•~

From the trials you'll confront when by Allah you're liked: 

Feeling like an outcast or odd "black sheep" oftentimes 

When none of your relatives would welcome your advice, 

Not having friends whom you can trust and who are upright, 

Or not being spared from invites to evil desires,

~•~ 

Or admiring a female whose family requires 

Mahar or bride price which is unreasonably too high, 

Or not possessing an appearance which satisfies 

A woman who cares more about looks than what's inside, 

Or working in a place that won't let you pray on time.

~•~ 

When you face challenges or feel lonely, realize 

That pleasing Allah is what must be prioritized. 

Know Allah sees us always. There are Angels nearby.

Books which enlighten are better than friends who misguide.

If you can't marry here, then in Jannah Paradise. 

~•~

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Those in seclusion have raced ahead." They said, "O Messenger of Allah, who are those in seclusion?" The Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "They are men and women who remember Allah often."

In another narration, the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "They are those who are absorbed in the remembrance of Allah (saying Dhikr and Du'a)."

Source: Sahih Muslim 2676

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "A man is upon the religion of his close friend, so let one of you look at whom he befriends."

Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 2378

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Nawawi 

📖 Abu Darda RadhiAllahu 'anhu said: "A righteous companion is better than loneliness, and loneliness is better than an evil companion. A good writer is better than one silent, and one silent is better than an evil writer."

Source: Rawdat Al-‘Uqalā 56 

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Poem: Don't Regret Marrying Someone Chosen By Allah The Almighty

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

💌 Three clear signs that your marriage was by Allah decreed, 

That it's a blessing, a gift, and clearly meant to be, 

A blessed journey with your soulmate to Jannah's entry, 

So you don't regret your choice when shaytan would beseech 

You to leave your spouse if you can't see him frequently: 

~•~ 

Sign number one: Even if you're in polygyny 

Or your partner works in another city/country, 

The depth of your love for Allah's sake doesn't decrease, 

But his absence inspires your faith level to increase 

As you say Du'a and pray for him regularly. 

~•~

Secondly: Seeing other wives thrive can't cause envy. 

Other couples' love stories don't trigger jealousy. 

In fact, noticing couples do well in their journeys 

Motivates you to keep your husband more stubbornly, 

Unapologetic about your fierce loyalty. 

~•~ 

Thirdly: Like a tough attorney, you can easily 

Defend your husband's name and dignity lovingly, 

Able to list his most admirable qualities 

And the pleasant moments you've both enjoyed previously. 

To you, he's more handsome than all male celebrities.

~•~

That's how you can tell your love is real, with certainty. 

Know your marriage is a gift and clearly meant to be, 

If respecting your spouse feels worthwhile and you increase 

In faith/Imaan, while you're unable to feel guilty  

For marrying one chosen by Allah Almighty. 

~•~

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "If a woman prays her five prayers, fasts her month of Ramadan, guards her chastity, and obeys her husband, she will enter Paradise from any gate she wishes."

Source: Sahih Ibn Hibbān 4252

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani

📖 Abdullah Ibn Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The world is enjoyment and the best enjoyment in the world is a righteous wife."

Source: Sahih Muslim 1467

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim 

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