Last night, the Kiswah, the beautifully embroidered black cloth that covers the Holy Kaaba, was replaced in keeping with the longstanding tradition. The Kiswah is traditionally replaced on the eve of the Islamic New Year, marking the beginning of a new Hijri year with a profound symbol of renewal and devotion.
AT AGE 12, HE MEMORIZED THE ENTIRE QUR'AN... AT AGE 13, HE STARTED SUPPORTING HIS FATHER
He said:
“I memorized the Holy Qur'an when I was 12 years old.”
But he did not stop there.
He also said:
“At the age of 13, I began contributing to my father's livelihood.”
This is not a small achievement.
It reminds us that success does not begin on the day people see someone on a stage or in the spotlight.
Success begins on the day a person chooses patience. On the day they choose knowledge over distraction. On the day they choose the Qur'an over things that do not benefit them.
Today, people see the honor and recognition.
But not everyone sees the years spent repeating verse after verse. Not everyone sees the sacrifices made to memorize the Qur'an. Not everyone sees the prayers of parents behind the success.
A Lesson for Young People
Do not say you are too young. Do not say your time has not come. Do not say you will start later.
Some people began their journey in childhood, and Allah elevated them when the right time came.
One day, you will be asked:
What did you do with your youth?
Some will say they spent it on play and entertainment. Others will say they spent it on things that brought no lasting benefit.
But some will proudly say:
“We devoted it to the Qur'an.”
🤲 O Allah, make our children among those who serve and uphold the Qur'an.
🤲 O Allah, bless our youth with deeds that will benefit us in this life and the Hereafter.
🤲 O Allah, elevate us through the Qur'an.
Ameen, Ya Rabbal ‘Alameen.
Religion is sincere advice.
Addinu Annasiha.