Poem: Tips On How To Manage Negative Feelings Of Jealousy

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

💌 Five tips on how to give jealousy a punch or slap, 

Put aside or shove envy so your heart can relax, 

Instead of hating on the blessings that others have, 

A sign you mistrust Allah's Justice or you forgot 

The gifts that Allah gave you and the good times you've had: 

~•~

One - Enough with the eye rolls and weird gymnastic acts, 

When someone shares info, your ego goes, "Please, shut up," 

Or each time some share their joys, you recall your mishaps. 

Drop the grudge and don't duplicate shaytan's prideful act 

When he saw Adam ('alaihis salaam) and thought fire is better than dust.

~•~

Two - What people enjoy in dunya, what they show off, 

And admirable qualities or merits they've got, 

Are given as tests from Allah the Most Wise and Just, 

To see what they'll do with every gift, joy and product, 

If they're inspired to be kind or if the gifts distract.

~•~

Three - Someone's credentials, appearance, high-paying job, 

Social status, ability to travel abroad, 

Happy marriage, many kids or fans who back them up, 

Can't benefit if they cause one's faith/Imaan to drop. 

Dunya's pleasures are nothing if they mostly destruct.

~•~

Four - Stop comparing yourself to those with more or much, 

When it comes to worldly matters that can't really last. 

Remember those who have less or who lack what you have, 

Whose struggles are worse than yours yet they choose to stay tough, 

And learn contentment from the Sahabas and Salaf (RadhiAllahu 'anhum).

~•~

Five - With patience, accept what Allah gives, takes and does. 

Allowing yourself to envy what another has 

Is like unfairly thinking that Allah is "unjust", 

While Allah knows when to offer and when to hold back, 

And who from His slaves must be patient with others' stuff.

~•~

Defeat shaytan by choosing not to badly react, 

When other Muslims display traits or gains which you lack, 

Tell yourself, "Alhamdulillah for blessings I have, 

For being Muslim, and for all the good times I've had."

People around us are tests. With patience, we can pass.

~•~

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Beware of suspicion, for suspicion is the most false of tales. Do not seek out faults, do not spy on each other, do not contend with each other, do not envy each other, do not hate each other, and do not turn away from each other. Rather, be servants of Allah as brothers."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 5719

Sahih Muslim 2563

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

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Faith and envy do not combine within a believing servant."

In another narration, the Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Greed and faith (Imaan) are never combined in the heart of a servant."

Source: Sunan Al-Nasā’ī 3109

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Look at those below you and do not look at those above you, for it is the best way not to belittle the favors of Allah (Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala)."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 6125

Sahih Muslim 2963

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

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Beware of envy, for it devours good deeds just as fire devours wood or grass."

Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 4903

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Suyuti

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Poem: Allah The Almighty Is The Only One Who Can Rightly Judge Us

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

💌 The similitude of those who judge you instantly 

Without knowing you well and the whys behind your deeds 

Is that of strangers who assume a man is guilty 

Of abusing his wife when he smacks her arm lightly, 

Aiming at a mosquito to ensure her safety.

~•~

Critics who describe you with words that do not really 

Suit you attempt to insult based on what they perceive, 

Like salespersons who clumsily tag products wrongly 

As they were distracted or they can't properly read.  

People's views on you don't define your reality.

~•~

If you raise your voice at those who can't hear easily, 

While your intent is to help them out with sympathy, 

Some bystanders may label you as a rude bully, 

Viewing you negatively according to few scenes. 

No soul can assess you if they don't know you fully.

~•~

As "fishy", "too much", "not good enough" you may be seen 

By fellow humans who discovered you recently. 

Note each time you're misjudged by some people unfairly 

Or you're accused of doing things you wouldn't come near, 

Humans err sometimes. Misjudgment mustn't arouse fear. 

~•~ 

How people choose to see you in actuality 

Reflects how they feel about themselves and self-esteem. 

If some insist on judging you at least partially, 

Let them observe what you do and say consistently, 

While aware our motives are known to Allah Only.

~•~

📖 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 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

📖 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 disbelief 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

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Poem: Three Kinds Of Friends Whom We Like, But Just One Of Them Is Worth Keeping And Loving For Allah's Sake

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

💌 Three kinds of friends whose companionship may bring delight, 

With whom you have lots in common, who are sweet and kind, 

And nearly each time you see them you feel energized, 

Inspired by their confidence, courage, or cheerful vibes, 

But just one of these groups is worth keeping in your life: 

~•~

The first kind of friends: Freeloaders, leeches, parasites, 

Opportunists or greedy pals who stick by your side 

For as long as you spoil them, being constantly nice, 

Buying gifts, paying for their meals when dining outside, 

Giving rides, while they give nothing - not even advice.

~•~

You may enjoy their company because oftentimes 

They do share some jokes or make effort to see you smile, 

But behind the facade and forced friendliness, they hide 

Motives to use you as a tool to improve their lives. 

Once your worldly merits are gone, they vanish from sight.

~•~

Second type of friends: Buddies with shared likes and dislikes, 

Who may have thought when they first spotted you, "This, I like, 

I feel relaxed with them, and in some ways they remind 

Me of myself. Their skills and attributes I admire." 

While they dispel loneliness, they can't teach nor inspire.

~•~

They're the sort to ask you, "Have you seen the film last night?", 

"Can we watch this now? Do your projects another time." 

And "You watched that viral vid on guys pranking their wives?" 

Although their presence may invite laughter, fun, and smiles, 

They can't benefit in your journey to Paradise. 

~•~

Third category of friends: Sincere Muslims who strive 

To fulfill their duties to Allah, respect your rights, 

Motivate you to do good like pray Qiyaam Al-Layl, 

Share Islam with you, and ensure you remain upright, 

And three never stem from them - rumors, rudeness, and lies. 

~•~

You're blessed if you have a few righteous friends in your life, 

Including your spouse, who love it too when you advise, 

Correct each other's faults and remind to do what's right. 

Since they're not guilty of fraud and envy from inside, 

One true friend can help in your travel to Paradise.

~•~

📖 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: Different Types Of Ignoring And How To Deal With Those Who Purposely Ignore You

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

💌 Six types of people who make effort to ignore you, 

And a seventh group of souls whose love for you stays true, 

Oftentimes preoccupied with loads of things to do: 

One - The disinterested, who can't relate to you, 

Like bears that bypass jewels not knowing their value.

~•~

Two - The jealous, who can't stand what makes them insecure. 

They'd rather flee than compliment those who've acquired more. 

Three - The careful and self-aware secret admirer.

Of their strong feelings for you they're scared yet fully sure. 

They seek to guard their faith, so you both wouldn't be lured. 

~•~

Four - The incompatible, whose values clash with yours. 

They've freewill to decide, just as you take your own course. 

Five - The confused, who got you all wrong, who still feel hurt. 

Distance is their shield from recalling your past insults. 

To like someone they can't not everyone can be forced.

~•~

Six - The scared or stressed out who can't handle too much work, 

Like students who look away when they'd hate to be heard. 

Avoiding your orders, your distrust of their self-worth, 

Desire to change them, or zeal that brings them discomfort, 

Could be why their actions sometimes make you feel ignored. 

~•~

Seven - The busy, distracted, focused on their goals, 

Who seldom check their inbox or abhor making calls. 

While they're not purposely trying to leave you alone, 

They're overloaded with tasks, ideas to think of, 

Or they savor solitude like withdrawn introverts.

~•~

To deal with moments when you feel unjustly ignored: 

Say Du'a, talk to Allah with Whom you can't be bored, 

Read often the Noble Qur'an, to attain rewards, 

Increase Adhkaar, research writings or vids on self-help, 

And spend some time with loved ones who recognize your worth.

~•~

Recall you're not the only human being on earth. 

Don't oblige anybody to always put you first. 

Let others contact you, respond, and freely approach 

Only when they're ready, when their mood is undisturbed. 

Love Allah most, and His slaves' apathy won't provoke.

~•~

📖 Abu Umamah RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever loves for the sake of Allah, hates for the sake of Allah, gives for the sake of Allah, and withholds for the sake of Allah has perfected the faith."

Source: Sunan Abī Dāwūd 4681

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani

📖 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

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Poem: Don't Be Affected By What People Claim About You

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

💌 Three qualities if found in a person then their words 

Carry no meaning, specially if they're meant to hurt: 

First quality - their life lacks significant purpose,

They don't serve Allah, they follow shaytan the accursed, 

And when compared to donkeys, their morals are much worse.

~•~

Don't trust all remarks that an unbeliever utters. 

If they oppose Allah, what they say shouldn't matter, 

Especially if the truth isn't what they're after,

But what matters more to them is watching you suffer. 

Dismiss their lies and jokes. Overcome them with Sabr.

~•~

Second - they're unaware of every move that you make, 

Heedless of many of your dreams and statements you state, 

Ignorant of your past and feelings you don't portray, 

And if they don't know you completely, then there's no way 

For them to judge you when their guesses contain mistakes.

~•~

Third - they can't define your worth if they themselves are flawed. 

If they bark insults or leave rude comments, calmly nod 

And tell yourself, "I get it. They criticize my flaws 

To be distracted from their sorrows and countless faults. 

If they're happy, they wouldn't provoke others at all."

~•~

Ignore deluded critics' misperceptions and slurs. 

If their claims can't inspire progress or they're plain absurd, 

Don't take it personally. They're the ones who are hurt 

By ignorance or character filthier than dirt. 

Only Allah can correctly judge us in both worlds.

~•~

📖 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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