Just as we would never skip our breakfast, similarly, the soul requires multiple meals throughout the day. It needs a top up, it needs to have it's nourishment, it's nutrients. And this is the Dhikr (rememberance) of Allah (subhaanahu wa ta'ala)
- Shaykh Musab Penfound
The best blessing, as I've reminded myself and you many time is LIFE. Because as long as we're alive, we can do good deeds. No life? Done. Don't take it for granted.
The way of Muslims is to have ḥusn al-ẓann. He is an elderly man, and there may be many reasons why he is not fasting. The fact that he tried to hide that he was drinking says a lot as well.
Shame on the person who chose to record it.
Ibn Qayyim رحمه الله says
The people of the spiritual path are unanimously agreed that being watchful of Allāh regarding one’s thoughts is a cause for protecting one’s outward actions. Whoever watches Allāh in his inner self, Allāh will protect him in his movements, both in
Ibn al-Qayyim رحمه الله:
“The one whose soul craves disobedience but he leaves it for Allāh, those are the ones who Allāh tested their hearts with piety and for them is forgiveness and a tremendous reward."
[al-Fawā’id | 125]
In these dark days, find your light in deep worship and dedicated work.
Restrain your impulses. Cut through the distractions. Stand firm in the face of your enemies.
These are the days where patience is like holding on to a hot coal. Hold on tight.
Until paradise bi ithnillah.
In order to enter Jannah, I need to put in a lot of effort. It requires work. To pass that exam I need to study. To eat I need to prepare food. The most important act that will lead me to Jannah is to submit to the will of Allah ﷻ.
To fly high and soar spiritually, we require two wings: abundant Dhikr and firm adherence to the Sunnah.
If either wing is weak, true elevation is impossible.
when someone tells you things, it’s an aamanah. they shouldn’t have to tell you not to tell anyone, for you not to spread it around without their permission.
A reason why many people oppose religion is jealousy, cause they have submitted their souls and intellect to their whims and desires, and are jealous that others don't.