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Whoever Relies On Allah (Has Tawakkul), He Is Sufficient For Him

Abu Hurayra said that the Messenger of Allah said, “Allah Almighty said, ‘I have declared war on anyone who shows enmity to a friend of Mine. My slave does not draw near to Me with anything I love more than what I have made obligatory on him. And my slave continues to draw near to Me with supererogatory actions until I love him. When I love him, I become his hearing with which he hears, his seeing with which he sees, his hand with which he strikes, and his foot with which he walks. If he were to ask me for something, I would give it to him. If he were to ask me for refuge, I would give him refuge.'” (Al-Bukhari)

Tawakkul
Whoever relies on Allah (has Tawakkul), He is sufficient for him. (At-Talaaq 65:3)

Tawakkul is another attribute that results from a genuine Eeman in Allah Subhaanahu wa Ta`aala, as well as the hereafter and continual remembrance of both. It is an attitude that emanates from the conviction that:

Love In Quran

And yet there are some people who replace Allah with rivals, loving them as Allah is loved. But the believers love Allah more intensely

It was made attractive to people, the love of things they crave; women, sons, heaped-up heaps of gold and silver, branded horses, cattle and will-tilled land. But that is for the enjoyment of this worldly life, but Allah, with Him is the beautiful homecoming

ALLAH LOVES
Those who do good deeds

Spend your wealth for the cause of Allah, and be not cast by your own hands to ruin; and do good. Lo! Allah loveth the beneficent.

Those who ask Him for forgiveness & Those who purify themselves

They question thee (O Muhammad) concerning menstruation. Say: It is an illness, so let women alone at such times and go not in unto them till they are cleansed. And when they have purified themselves, then go in unto them as Allah hath enjoined upon you. Truly Allah loveth those who turn unto Him, and loveth those who have a care for cleanness.

Those who are Allah-fearing
Nay, but (the chosen of Allah is) he who fulfilleth his pledge and wardeth off (evil); for lo! Allah loveth those who ward off (evil).

Those who are steadfast
And with how many a prophet have there been a number of devoted men who fought (beside him). They quailed not for aught that befell them in the way of Allah, nor did they weaken, nor were they brought low. Allah loveth the steadfast.

Those who trust Him
It was by the mercy of Allah that thou wast lenient with them (O Muhammad), for if thou hadst been stern and fierce of heart they would have dispersed from round about thee. So pardon them and ask forgiveness for them, and consult with them upon the conduct of affairs. And when thou art resolved, then put thy trust in Allah. Lo! Allah loveth those who put their trust (in Him).

Those who act justly
Listeners for the sake of falsehood! Greedy for illicit gain! If then they have recourse unto thee (Muhammad) judge between them or disclaim jurisdiction. If thou disclaimest jurisdiction, then they cannot harm thee at all. But if thou judgest, judge between them with equity. Lo! Allah loveth the equitable.

Those who strive for His cause
Lo! Allah loveth them who battle for His cause in ranks, as if they were a solid structure.

Those who follow His Prophet
Say, (O Muhammad, to mankind): If ye love Allah, follow me; Allah will love you and forgive you your sins. Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.

ALLAH DOES NOT LOVE

The Aggressors
Fight in the way of Allah against those who fight against you, but begin not hostilities. Lo! Allah loveth not aggressors.

The Disbelievers
Say: Obey Allah and the Messenger. But if they turn away, lo! Allah loveth not the disbelievers (in His guidance).

Those who Inflict Injustice
And as for those who believe and do good works, He will pay them their wages in full. Allah loveth not wrong-doers.

Evil
The Jews say: Allah’s hand is fettered. Their hands are fettered, and they are accursed for saying so. Nay, but both His hands are spread out wide in bounty. He bestoweth as He will. That which hath been revealed unto thee from thy Lord is certain to increase the contumacy and disbelief of many of them, and We have cast among them enmity and hatred till the Day of Resurrection. As often as they light a fire for war, Allah extinguisheth it. Their effort is for corruption in the land, and Allah loveth not corrupters.

And Evil Doers
And when he turneth away (from thee) his effort in the land is to make mischief therein and to destroy the crops and the cattle; and Allah loveth not mischief.

Those who are Arrogant
And serve Allah. Ascribe nothing as partner unto Him. (Show) kindness unto parents, and unto near kindred, and orphans, and the needy, and unto the neighbor who is of kin (unto you) and the neighbor who is not of kin, and the fellow-traveller and the wayfarer and (the slaves) whom your right hands possess. Lo! Allah loveth not such as are proud and boastful,

Those who Spend Lavishly
He it is Who produceth gardens trellised and untrellised, and the date-palm, and crops of divers flavour, and the olive and the pomegranate, like and unlike. Eat ye of the fruit thereof when it fruiteth, and pay the due thereof upon the harvest day, and be not prodigal. Lo! Allah loveth not the prodigals.

Remembrance Of Allah According To Quran And Hadith

Allah, the Exalted, says: “And remember your Rubb by your tongue and within yourself, humbly and with fear and without loudness in words in the mornings, and in the afternoons and be not of those who are neglectful.” (7:205)

“And declare the perfectness of your Rubb before the rising of the sun, and before its setting.” (20:130)

“And declare the perfectness of your Rubb and praise Him in the Ashi (i.e., the time period after midday till sunset) and in the Ibkar (i.e., the time period from early morning or sunrise till before midnoon).” (40:55)

“In houses (mosques) which Allah has ordered to be raised (to be cleaned, and to be honored), in them His Name is mentioned in the mornings and the afternoons or the evenings. Men whom neither trade nor sale diverts from the remembrance of Allah (with heart and tongue).” (24:36,37)

“Verily, We made the mountains to declare the Perfectness of Allah with him [Dawud (David)] in the `Ashi (i.e., after the midday till sunset) and Ishraq (i.e., after the sunrise till midday).” (38:18)

Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (PBUH) said, “He who recites in the morning and in the evening the statement: `Subhan-Allahi wa bihamdihi (Allah is free from imperfection and I begin with praising Him)’ one hundred times, will not be surpassed on the Day of Resurrection by anyone with better deeds than one who utters the same words or utters more of these words.” [Muslim].

Shahr bin Haushab reported: I asked Umm Salamah (May Allah be pleased with her), “O Mother of the Believers! Which supplication did the Messenger of Allah (PBUH) make frequently when he was in your house?” She said: “He (PBUH) supplicated frequently: Ya muqallib (O Controller of the hearts, make my heart steadfast in Your religion).” [At-Tirmidhi].
Commentary: Steadfastness in religion is the conduct of great men, which cannot be acquired without the special Grace of Allah. Many turns occur in a person’s life when he becomes slack or negligent in religious matters or when he deviates from the course prescribed by religion. This prayer has outstanding importance for people who are faced with such a situation. They should recite this prayer very frequently. In fact, they should make its recitation a permanent feature.

Anas (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The supplication most often recited by the Prophet (PBUH)
was: “Allahumma atina fid-dunya hasanatan, wa fil-akhirati hasanatan, wa qina `adhab-annar (O our Rubb! give us in this world that which is good and in the Hereafter that which is good, and save us from the punishment of the Fire).” [Al-Bukhari and Muslim].

In the narration of Muslim, it is added that whenever Anas supplicated, he used to beseech Allah with this Dua.
Commentary: It is desirable to recite this Dua which is mentioned in the Qur’an (2:201) and which comprehends all that is good, both in this life and the Hereafter. The Prophet (PBUH) made it a habit to recite this Dua, and the Companions were eager to follow him in all his words and actions.

source : Book of Riyadus-Saliheen

Forged On The Fire Of Sacrifice

Significant lessons from the inspirational story of Ibrahim (alaihis-salam)- The Khalil of Allah Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala.

Sacrifice is a term truly understood by few and implemented by fewer. Have you ever reflected upon your actions, asking yourself:
“What have I sacrificed in the way of Allah?”
“What do I give in His Way and for His cause?”
For how many of us so effortlessly claim belief in Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) and yet such weighty claims are never reflected upon the limbs? The true beloveds of Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) are those ready to submit to the will of Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala), devote themselves to Him (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala), and completely sacrifice from the essence of their souls, for an incomparable exchange of His (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) Pleasure and Love.

The Prophet Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) was brought up amongst people who worshiped idols, committing the greatest sin in the sight of Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala): shirk (associating partners with Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala). He hated this act of evil and thus acted in the way of Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) to eradicate the idols, never once wavering:

“Indeed, Ibrahim was a model nation, devoutly obedient to Allah, of pure faith, and he was never of the polytheists”
(An Nahl:120).

The Prophet Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) had full yaqeen (certainty) that his Lord (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) would make way for him, as it was His (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) pleasure alone that he was seeking. As his words, limbs, and actions bore witness to his deep-rooted belief in The Creator (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala), he acted with pure conviction:

“‘And by Allah, I shall surely outwit your idols after you have gone away.’ So he broke them into pieces, except the biggest of them, that they might return and see it” (Al Anbiya: 57-58).

The idol worshipers, angered by his actions took revenge, foolishly ignoring the fact that The One whom Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) was calling to, was in control of their very own actions.

“They said: ‘Burn him, and avenge your gods if you are going to do anything.”We said: ‘O fire! Be cool and safe for Ibrahim.’ Then they looked for a way to outwit him, so We made them the worst of losers” (Al Anbiya: 68-70).

They stood in complete amazement, bewildered by the unusual change of nature: fire, a component known to provide heat and burn that which touches it, was cool for the beloved friend of Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala).
The trials that befell Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) reaffirmed his true faith in his Lord (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) and prepared him for greater tests that were soon to follow. Sisters, our sacrifices in the way of Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) should never weaken our faith but rather strengthen our belief, conviction, and love for our Lord (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala). Though we seek protection from Al-Ibtillaa’ (Allah’s Tests), we readily prepare ourselves for them, so as to ensure that we respond in the best of manners to our Beloved’s (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) Decree, sacrificing only the best of what we possess.

When Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) had taken Hajar and baby Isma’il (alaihis-salam) to Makkah, leaving them with some dates and water, little did Hajar know what was to face her and her baby: The test of endurance and patience. Just imagine being left with your suckling infant, by your husband, family member or guardian in a deserted land with some dates and water. What would be going through your mind? Hajar followed Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) and asked several times Why are you going leave us in the valley where there is no living being or anything else?” When Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) gave no answer, Hajar realized there must be more to the situation so she enquired: “Has Allah commanded you to do so?” When Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) replied “yes”, sisters what was the beautiful response of the dear mother of Isma’il (alaihis-salam)? “He will then not leave us to be destroyed here.” Hajar had no idea why her husband had been commanded to perform such an action, but that did not matter, for the command came from Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala), her Lord, thus her unrelenting faith submitted to His commands, and not to that of her own desires.

After decades of preparing Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) through life experiences, trials, and tests, Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) knew that His Khalil was now ready for one of the greatest tests that would befall him: The Sacrifice of something beloved – his son, Isma’il (alaihis-salam). After seeing in a dream the orders of Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) to sacrifice his son, Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) proceeded to act swiftly upon his Lord’s command:

“So We gave him glad tidings of a boy, most forbearing. And when Isma’il reached the age of work with him, he said:
‘O my son! I have seen in a dream that I offer you in sacrifice, so tell me what is your view?’ He said: ‘O my father! Do as you are commanded, you will find me, if Allah so willed, one of the patient'” (As Saffat: 101-102).

Though this sacrifice meant losing his beloved son, Isma’il (alaihis-salam), Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) stood firm, convinced that this was for the best, for how could it not be when the order had come from Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) The Only One worthy of sacrifices? Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) does not require the act of sacrificing our blood, rather He (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) wishes to decipher which of us are true to our claims of belief. As a result of Ibrahim (alaihis-salam)’s and Isma’il’s (alaihis-salam) conviction and istaqaamah (steadfastness) in upholding the commands of Allah, they were praised and described as being forbearing, patient, and truthful in fulfilling promises.
In all that we experience, Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) only wishes to reward His faithful servants with the best, after they have truly shown that they are worthy of receiving such an honourable gift. Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) succeeded in achieving this and thus (alaihis-salam) was rewarded with the greatest gift that any servant could receive in this dunya:

“And who can be better in religion than he who submits his whole self to the Will of Allah, and does good and follows the religion of Ibrahim, a man pure in faith. Allah took Ibrahim as a friend” (An Nisa: 125).

Through each and every one of His great tests, Prophet Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) stood firm with great resolve, never once doubting His Lord’s Decree. Ibrahim’s (alaihis-salam) istaqaamah (steadfastness) is an example that has left a legacy for all to marvel at and be reminded by. As I quietly sit here contemplating his life, trials, and sacrifices, I feel a great sense of love overwhelm my heart, as tears silently stream down my face. Though he (alaihis-salam) faced unimaginable trials, he uttered only what was pleasing to his Lord:

“Allah is sufficient for us, and how excellent a Protector He is” (Aal Imran:173).

Every single waking moment of our lives testifies to who we truly are, displaying public examples of what really exists in our hearts, whether pure or corrupt. The reality of our situation is that we’re either ready to accept, submit, and sacrifice or quite simply, not. When Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) brings about a test, hardship, and difficulty, the one thought that should resonate in our mind is: this is a sign of my Lord’s love for me. For the fact that Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) has chosen for you to be tested is an indication that He (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) has not left you to your own devices, thus is with you though you may feel alone. In reality, Prophet Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) was the only one worshipping Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) as One God but Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala) was with him, guiding him, protecting him, and honoring him. He always remained firm upon three significant qualities: yaqeen (certainty); tawakkul (trust) and nusuk (sacrifice), all underpinned by beautifully polished hikmah (wisdom):
“Say: ‘Surely, my prayer and my sacrifice, my life and my death are all for Allah, the Lord of the worlds. He has no partner, and this is what I have been commanded, and I am the first of those who submit themselves” (Al An’am:162-163).

Ibrahim (alaihis-salam) chose one way: the only way in which to prove his belief and willingness to sacrifice from the very roots of his heart and soul, earning himself an honorable gift, comparable to none: becoming the beloved friend of Allah (Subhanuhu wa Ta’ala).

by Umm Thameenah 

Whom Allah Loves

O believers! Whoever among you abandons their faith, Allah will replace them with others who love Him and are loved by Him. They will be humble with the believers but firm towards the disbelievers, struggling in the Way of Allah; fearing no blame from anyone. This is the favor of Allah. He grants it to whoever He wills. And Allah is All-Bountiful, All-Knowing.. [5:54]

Yet there are men who take (for worship) others besides Allah, as equal (with Allah.: They love them as they should love Allah. But those of Faith are overflowing in their love for Allah. If only the unrighteous could see, behold, they would see the penalty: that to Allah belongs all power, and Allah will strongly enforce the penalty. [2:165]

Who Make Themselves Pure (Mutatahhireen)
Do not stand [for prayer] within it – ever. A mosque founded on righteousness from the first day is more worthy for you to stand in. Within it are men who love to purify themselves; and Allah loves those who purify themselves.. [9:108]

Who Do Good (Muhsineen)
Those who spend (freely), whether in prosperity or in adversity; who restrain anger, and pardon (all) men;- for Allah loves those who do good;- [3:134]

And spend of your substance in the cause of Allah, and make not your own hands contribute to (your) destruction, but do good; for Allah loveth those who do good. [2:195]

There will be no blame on those who believe and do righteous deeds for whatever they might have partaken (in the past) as long as they refrain from things prohibited, and persist in their belief and do righteous deeds, and continue to refrain from whatever is forbidden and submit to divine commandments, and persevere in doing good, fearing Allah. Allah loves those who do good.[5:93]

And Allah gave them a reward in this world and the excellent reward of the Hereafter. For Allah Loveth those who do good. [3:148]

Who Are Firm And Steadfast (Sabireen)
And how many a prophet [fought and] with him fought many religious scholars. But they never lost assurance due to what afflicted them in the cause of Allah, nor did they weaken or submit. And Allah loves the steadfast. [3:146]

Who Fights in His Cause In Battle Array (Yuqatiloona Fee Sabeelihi Saffan)
Truly Allah loves those who fight in His Cause in battle array, as if they were a solid cemented structure. [61:4]

Who Are Just (Muqsiteen)
Allah does not forbid that you be kind and just to those who did not fight against you on account of religion, nor drove you out of your homes. Surely Allah loves those who are equitable. [60:8]

They eagerly listen to falsehood and consume forbidden gain. So if they come to you ˹O Prophet˺, either judge between them or turn away from them. If you turn away from them, they cannot harm you whatsoever. But if you judge between them, then do so with justice. Surely Allah loves those who are just. [5:42]

And if two factions among the believers should fight, then make settlement between the two. But if one of them oppresses the other, then fight against the one that oppresses until it returns to the ordinance of Allah. And if it returns, then make settlement between them in justice and act justly. Indeed, Allah loves those who act justly.[49:9]

Who Act Aright (Muttaqeen)
In exception to those who associate others with Allah in His Divinity are those with whom you have made treaties and who have not violated their treaties nor have backed up anyone against you. Fulfill your treaties with them till the end of their term. Surely Allah loves the pious. [9:4]

Nay.- Those that keep their plighted faith and act aright,-verily Allah loves those who act aright. [3:76]

(How) Can there be a promise for the polytheists with Allah and His Messenger (blessings and peace be upon him) except for those with whom you have made a treaty near the Sacred Mosque (at al-Hudaybiya)? So as long as they remain true to (the treaty with) you, remain true to them. Surely, Allah loves those who fear Him. [9:7]

Who Turn To Him Constantly (Tawwabeen)
And they ask you about menstruation. Say, “It is harm, so keep away from wives during menstruation. And do not approach them until they are pure. And when they have purified themselves, then come to them from where Allah has ordained for you. Indeed, Allah loves those who are constantly repentant and loves those who purify themselves.” [2:222]

Compiled by Dr.Masood Tariq

 

10 Ways To Be Firm Upon Islam

1. Seek Allah’s help for guidance and steadfastness. Allah has praised the Du’a of the scholars in the Qur’an:

“Our Lord! Let not our hearts deviate (from the truth) after You have guided us, and grant us mercy from You. Truly, You are the Bestower.”

2. Sit with righteous people and attend circles of remembrance of Allah like Islamic lectures enthusiastically. Visit pious people.

3. Study the lives of righteous people by reading books or listening to tapes about them. Give more emphasis on studying the biographies of the Companions of the Prophet (peace be upon him).

4. Frequently listen to Khutbahs and lectures that soften the heart and are emotional.

5. Observe the obligatory deeds, like performing the five daily prayers and making up the missed fasts of Ramadan, with care, due to the great good that obligatory deeds carry.

6. Do voluntary deeds, even if they are few, that are easy and loved by the heart. Surely the most beloved deeds to Allah are the consistent ones even if they are few, as the Prophet (peace be upon him) informed us.

7. Start memorizing the Qur’an. Recite it constantly and as much as possible. Recite what you memorized in the voluntary prayers.

8. Remember Allah and seek His forgiveness, i.e. do Dhikr and Istighfar. Surely these are easy deeds but their benefit is immense. They increase the Iman (faith) and strengthen the heart.

9. Stay as far away as possible from ‘the corrupter of the heart’, like bad friends, television, satellite channels, music, obscene magazines, etc.

10. Repent as quickly as possible. With sincere repentance, by the will of Allah, there will be no turning back. Indeed Allah becomes very happy when His servant repents.

– Al-Madina Magazine