Poem: Words Of Encouragement To Striving Muslim Husbands

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

🗒️ Some words of encouragement to each Muslim husband, 

Whether he works abroad to obtain halal income 

Or the kind of profession he has prevents him from 

Properly relaxing or seeing his fam often, 

And whether he has one child, none or many children: 

~•~ 

Deeds you do for Allah aren't wasted. Keep striving. 

For each nap you sacrifice, moments when you're working, 

And for each tear that drops when loved ones aren't watching, 

With Allah's Will you earn rewards. Strive and stay patient. 

Allah loves those who try to pass His tests with patience. 

~•~

While Sabr isn't simple, not sweet for everyone, 

And by those weak in faith it's not readily welcome, 

Steadfastness and facing Allah's Plans with contentment 

Can bring pleasant outcomes as one's Imaan gets strengthened. 

Efforts to please Allah lead to joy everlasting.

~•~ 

Recall that life's a test. View marriage as a blessing.

Remind yourself there's no human without a problem. 

Imagine the route to Jannah as a high mountain 

Whose peak can't be reached if you lack strength and resilience.

Climbing becomes tiring if you can't maintain patience.

~•~

Thank Allah that He blessed you with an occupation, 

With guidance to the truth Islam and comprehension 

Of how the problems in this world aren't permanent. 

Allah's Prophets also ('alaihim as-salaam) had their own predicaments. 

Earth is for testing. In Jannah is true enjoyment.

~•~

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Nothing afflicts a Muslim of hardship, nor illness, nor anxiety, nor sorrow, nor harm, nor distress, not even the pricking of a thorn, but that Allah will expiate his sins by it."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 5318

Sahih Muslim 2573

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

📖 Anas ibn Malik RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The most privileged people in the world among the people of the Hellfire will come on the Day of Resurrection to be dipped in the Hellfire, then it will be said: 'O son of Adam, did you see any good? Did you get any blessing?' He will say: 'No, by Allah, my Lord!' Then the most miserable people in the world among the people of Paradise will come on the Day of Resurrection to be dipped in Paradise, then it will be said: 'O son of Adam, did you see any hardship? Did you have any distress?' He will say: 'No, by Allah, my Lord! I did not once see hardship or distress.'"

Source: Sahih Muslim 2807

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Muslim 

📖 Abdullah Ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Every one of you is a shepherd and is responsible for his flock. The leader of the people is a guardian and is responsible for his subjects. A man is the guardian of his family and he is responsible for them. A woman is the guardian of her husband's home and his children, and she is responsible for them. The servant of a man is a guardian of the property of his master and he is responsible for it. No doubt, every one of you is a shepherd and is responsible for his flock."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 6719

Sahih Muslim 1829

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: "The most complete of believers in faith are those with the best character, and the best of you are the best in behavior to their women."

Source: Sunan At-Tirmidhi 1162

Grade: Sahih 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/12/poem-encouragement-to-bring-up.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/11/poem-real-men-are-strong-enough-to-not.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/10/poem-its-easy-to-stay-in-love-with-your.html 

https://abukhadeejah.com/be-in-the-world-as-a-stranger/

Poem: Take It As A Compliment When The Jealous Treat You Badly

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

💌 Sometimes Allah may test you with someone's misconduct, 

Through meeting toxic people who want you to react 

In a way that would soothe their sadness or disturbed nafs, 

And the best way to respond is to ignore their acts, 

Let their rudeness assert that their envy is a fact. 

~•~ 

Take it as a compliment when the rude and unjust 

Insult you when you err, yet when you thrive they shut up. 

Their scowls and discourtesy are signs that it's obvious 

They're jealous of your good traits and strong faith which they lack. 

Be glad you're not insecure, wanting what each soul has.

~•~

When treated unkindly, when some mock you just like that, 

And when crowds begrudge you for Allah's gifts which you've got, 

Smile, as you thank Allah for not having what they have - 

A soul that doubts Allah's Wisdom and which can't relax.

Self-hatred is why they treat you with scornful conduct.

~•~

📖 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 Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Greed and faith are never combined in the heart of a servant."

Source: Sunan Al-Nasā’ī 3109

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani 

📖 Abdullah Ibn Amr RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: I said, “O Messenger of Allah, who are the best people?” The Messenger of Allah SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, “One with a heart swept clean and truthful in speech.” We said, “O Messenger of Allah, we know truthful in speech. What is a heart swept clean ("al-qalb al-makhmoom")?” The Prophet Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "One that is mindful of Allah (Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala) and pure, in which there is no sin, nor aggression, nor envy." We said, “Who shows a sign of it?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "One who hates worldliness and loves the Hereafter." They said, “And who shows a sign of it?” The Prophet SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "A believer with good character."

Source: Shu'ab Al-Imān 4457

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Albani 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/03/poem-thank-allah-for-blessings-he-chose.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/12/poem-pure-hearts-believe-in-allah-and.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/06/poem-tips-on-how-to-manage-negative.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/05/poem-seven-signs-that-indicate-jealousy.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2020/05/poem-distance-yourself-from-jealous.html 

https://www.salafisounds.com/ten-evil-consequences-of-envy-jealousy-by-abu-khadeejah-abdul-wahid/

Link: Benefits Derived From The Story Of Prophet Joseph / Yusuf 'alaihis saam - In Arabic Language (pdf not for sale)

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

📖 Ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The nobleman, son of the nobleman, son of the nobleman, son of the nobleman. That was Joseph, son of Jacob, son of Isaac, son of Abraham, upon them be peace ('alaihim as-salaam)."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 3202

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Bukhari

"Benefits Derived From The Story Of Prophet Joseph / Yusuf 'alaihis salaam" pdf document (to attain knowledge for Allah's sake, not for sale) in Arabic language (by sheikh AbdurRahman bin Naasir As-Sa'di May Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala have mercy on him and make him among the people who deserve Jannatul Ferdaus. Ameen.):

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IT0TDVsi6AhcXM7DrtshAN8_iRuS2dBA/view?usp=drivesdk

Link: "Benefits Derived From The Story Of Prophet Yusuf 'alaihis salaam" pdf document (not for sale)

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

📖 Ibn Umar RadhiAllahu 'anhuma narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "The nobleman, son of the nobleman, son of the nobleman, son of the nobleman. That was Joseph, son of Jacob, son of Isaac, son of Abraham, upon them be peace ('alaihim as-salaam)."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 3202

Grade: Sahih (Authentic) according to Al-Bukhari 

https://followingthesunnah.files.wordpress.com/2016/07/miraathpublications-benefits-derived-from-the-story-of-yusuf.pdf 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1INVdXZf0mBttgEY-V3m8pCNmqEfm6TOX/view?usp=drivesdk

Tips: Some Tips On How To Deal With Sometimes Feeling Hungry And Thirsty While Fasting

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

📑 Some tips on how to lessen or ease the feeling of hunger and thirst while fasting during Ramadan: 

1] Remind yourself that you're fasting in Ramadan only to please Allah the Almighty. Good deeds which are sincerely done for Allah's sake become worthwhile and manageable eventually. 

2] Allahu A'lam. Remember how the noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam and his companions, the Sahabas, RadhiAllahu 'anhum were able to fast with patience and perseverance, even though many times their Suhoor may have consisted of just water and dates. They also succeeded, with guidance and help from Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala, in winning at the battle of Badr while a lot of the Muslims were fasting. 

3] Try to join those who have their Suhoor meals a few minutes, like an hour or thirty minutes, before Salat Al-Fajr instead of having the Suhoor at midnight or not having Suhoor at all. If you eat and drink some minutes before the Adhaan of Fajr prayer is called, you're more likely to feel full and remain satiated than if you had your Suhoor too early. 

4] Do not oblige yourself to drink tea or coffee while having each Suhoor meal. Hot beverages may be enjoyed after Iftaar and dinner to avoid feeling thirsty throughout the day. 

5] The more salty edibles you digest while having Suhoor, the more water you should drink to avoid feeling thirsty throughout the day.  

6] Refrain from watching videos related to cooking, especially "mukbangs" which could trigger you to feel hungrier or complain about feeling hungry. 

7] Look forward to attaining rewards from Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala for striving to maintain patience while fasting and doing good deeds for His sake. 

8] Occasionally take brief naps in the daytime without lazily neglecting doing the good deeds which Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta'aala loves such as reading from the Noble Qur'an and learning more about Islam through reliable sources. 

9] Recall the wisdom and reasons behind the legislation of fasting in Ramadan including to gain Taqwa, enhance self-control (if you're capable of avoiding halal actions like eating and drinking while fasting, you actually have the strength to stay away from what Allah the Most Wise has made haraam / forbidden), and to feel how the poor people feel to be motivated to be more generous when one has the financial means to do sadaqah and charity.

~•~

📖 Abu Huraira RadhiAllahu 'anhu narrated: Allah's noble Messenger Muhammad SallAllahu 'alaihi wa sallam said, "Whoever fasts the month of Ramadan due to faith (Imaan) and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven. Whoever stands in prayer during the Night of Decree (Laylatul Qadr) due to faith and seeking reward, his previous sins will be forgiven."

Source: Sahih Al-Bukhari 1802 

Sahih Muslim 760

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, "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/2021/04/hadith-virtues-of-ramadan.html 

https://mjustsharingislam.blogspot.com/2021/04/tips-some-suggested-tab-titles-or.html 

https://abukhadeejah.com/fasting-in-ramadan-what-does-it-mean-why-do-we-fast-what-is-gained/