In the Name of Allāh.
At times, it becomes difficult for individuals to muster the necessary courage when facing trials. Many express deep frustration towards Allāh and overstep their bounds by seeking assistance from other than Him, instead of offering gratitude and supplication for His Help. Ultimately, no one can aid them except Allāh. As stated in the Qur’ān: “And if Allāh touches you with hurt, none can remove it …
In the Name of Allāh.
Indeed, supplicating to Allāh is an avowal of one’s helplessness. It’s a call addressed from an inferior to the Superior, Whose Power surpasses that of the caller, having the belief that nothing in the entire universe is beyond His Control.
However, there exist rebellious men of authority who are too supercilious to raise their hands in supplication to Allāh, except when afflicted with trials – …
In the Name of Allah.
Verily, harm (likewise benefit) is only from Allah and none among His creations can avert it when decreed. Therefore, there is neither need nor justification to invoke anyone other than Allah to remove an affliction – avert it before it strikes, bring a type of good or cause it to continue. He (Alone) has power over all that.
Allah says (in Surah Yunus [10] verse …
In the Name of Allāh.
We shall surely be tested. We shall face some hardships in life. This is a known fact! The real test of hardship is beyond worldly concern and discomfort, but how we choose to respond to it. As we go through the tests of life, we must seek ways to purify ourselves and nourish our souls.
So, how should a trial be handled? How do we …
