notes from God

"The heart, in its journey to Allah(swt), Majestic is He, is like that of a bird; Love is its head, and fear and hope are its two wings. When the head and two wings are sound, the bird flies gracefully; if the head is severed, the bird dies; if the bird loses one of its wings, it then becomes a target for every hunter or predator" - Imaam Ibn al-Qayyim

As Allah says in the Holy Quran in surah Isra, chapter 70, verse 81, "when truth is hurled against falsehood, falsehood perishes for falsehood is by it's nature bound to perish".

Think not that Allah doth not heed the deeds of those who do wrong. He but giveth them respite against a Day when the eyes will fixedly stare in horror.

Remember my fellow Muslims!
1) This is a world of tests. It is a world to strive against adversities and the test is of our Iman and faith.
2) The tests vary from health, wealth, life, pain, family, children etc.
3) No human is burdened or tested worse than what he can bear. Allah’s principal is that Allah does not burden a soul but according to its ability.
4) It is true that every person does not have the solution to his problems, but this does not mean that there is no solution to any problem.

When we have firm belief that all conditions good or bad are from Allah, and we are afflicted, we should say Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’oon- Verily we are from Allah and to him is our return.

We should also understand that we are living in a world of means. Adopt means to address your problems. Also consult with suitable people and seek their assistance. It is Allah that puts effect in these means. If the means are successful, praise Allah. If they are not successful, again praise Allah. Know well, there is some good in that too. Have your gaze and trust on Allah and continue your efforts. Never give up. Be most assured that you are being rewarded for every effort.

On death and depression

It is not permissible to wish and hope for death due to worldly problems. Seek refuge in patience and salat. This is a prescription from Allah himself. This is abdiyyat and submission to the will of Allah.

And Allah Knows Best!! For those who plan evil deeds and schemes, know also that Allah plans, and Allah plans the best.

Whatever Allah Ta'ala decides will happen. We have to have faith in Tafweez (resigning oneself to the decision of Allah) and Taqdeer (predestination).

This is the solution to all our anxieties, depression and worries. As the servants and slaves of Allah, we should understand that our Master will grant to us only that which is good for us. Our duty and endeavour is that we supplicate and ask Allah, then make the correct Tadbeer (effort) and thereafter leave the final decision to Allah Ta'ala. this brings peace,
contentment and happiness into one's heart.

A prayer for depression

After every fard salaah, place your right hand on your forehead and read, "Allahumma inni- a'oozoobika hammi-wal-huzni." (one is asking Allah Ta'ala for protection from worry and depression)

Recite a lot of Istighfaar. Rasulullah [sallallaahu alayhi wasallam] is reported to have said, ‘Istighfaar is effective in removing worries and distress’.

Allah knows best, so do not forsake Him.