WEBVTT 00:00:00.780 --> 00:00:03.779 *Riyadh al-Salihin* (The Meadows of the Righteous) 00:00:03.779 --> 00:00:06.780 From the words of the Master of the Messengers, 00:00:06.780 --> 00:00:09.779 Peace and blessings of Allah be upon him. 00:00:09.779 --> 00:00:16.010 Chapter on Patience. 00:00:16.010 --> 00:00:19.010 On the authority of Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with him), 00:00:19.010 --> 00:00:24.039 The Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 00:00:24.039 --> 00:00:26.039 "Allah Almighty says: 00:00:26.039 --> 00:00:29.039 'My faithful servant has no reward from Me 00:00:29.039 --> 00:00:32.039 When I take his dearest friend from among the people of the world 00:00:32.039 --> 00:00:34.039 And he anticipates My reward with patience, 00:00:34.039 --> 00:00:36.039 Except Paradise.'" 00:00:36.039 --> 00:00:38.259 Narrated by al-Bukhari. 00:00:38.259 --> 00:00:42.090 *Safi* (dearest friend) 00:00:42.090 --> 00:00:43.090 Means a beloved companion, 00:00:43.090 --> 00:00:47.090 So called because one gives him sincere affection and pure love. 00:00:47.090 --> 00:00:49.250 *Thumma ihtasaba* (and anticipates My reward) 00:00:49.250 --> 00:00:52.250 Means he stores up its reward with Allah Almighty, 00:00:52.250 --> 00:00:56.250 Which reflects patience and submission to Allah's decree. 00:00:56.250 --> 00:00:59.369 Key points of benefit from the hadith: 00:00:59.369 --> 00:01:03.399 Among the greatest calamities that befall a person 00:01:03.399 --> 00:01:05.400 Is the loss of loved ones. 00:01:05.400 --> 00:01:08.620 No matter what good deeds a disbeliever performs, 00:01:08.620 --> 00:01:11.620 He has no reward for them with Allah 00:01:11.620 --> 00:01:13.620 Due to his lack of faith, 00:01:13.620 --> 00:01:17.819 “Say: O My bondmen who believe! Observe your duty to your Lord. For those who do good in this world there is good, and Allah's earth is spacious. Verily the steadfast will be paid their wages without stint.” (39:10) 00:01:17.819 --> 00:01:20.819 Whereas the ultimate end for the believer is entry into Paradise. 00:01:20.819 --> 00:01:26.030 On the authority of 'A'ishah (may Allah be pleased with her), 00:01:26.030 --> 00:01:31.030 She asked the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) about the plague, 00:01:31.030 --> 00:01:33.030 So he informed her 00:01:33.030 --> 00:01:39.030 That it was a punishment sent by Allah Almighty upon whomsoever He willed, 00:01:39.030 --> 00:01:44.159 But Allah Almighty made it a mercy for the believers. 00:01:44.159 --> 00:01:47.159 There is no servant who is afflicted by the plague, 00:01:47.159 --> 00:01:51.159 Remains in his land patiently seeking Allah's reward, 00:01:51.159 --> 00:01:56.159 Knowing that nothing will befall him except what Allah has decreed for him, 00:01:56.159 --> 00:02:00.159 Except that he will have a reward like that of a martyr. 00:02:00.159 --> 00:02:02.290 Narrated by al-Bukhari. 00:02:04.120 --> 00:02:10.120 The plague (*ta'un*) is a painful pustule that usually breaks out in the armpits, 00:02:10.120 --> 00:02:13.120 Accompanied by intense heat, dark discoloration around it, 00:02:13.120 --> 00:02:16.250 Palpitations of the heart, and vomiting. 00:02:16.250 --> 00:02:18.250 *Muhtasiban* (seeking Allah's reward) 00:02:18.250 --> 00:02:22.250 Means hoping for recompense and reward from Allah Almighty. 00:02:22.250 --> 00:02:26.270 Key points of benefit from the hadith: 00:02:26.270 --> 00:02:31.430 The plague originated as a punishment and torment upon past nations. 00:02:31.430 --> 00:02:34.430 It demonstrates Allah Almighty's mercy toward this Ummah 00:02:34.430 --> 00:02:36.430 And the special favor He has bestowed upon it, 00:02:36.430 --> 00:02:40.430 As Allah turned what was a punishment for others 00:02:40.430 --> 00:02:42.460 Into a mercy for this Ummah. 00:02:42.460 --> 00:02:47.460 Reward for afflictions such as anxiety, grief, distress, and harm 00:02:47.460 --> 00:02:51.460 Is exclusive to the people of faith, to the exclusion of others. 00:02:51.460 --> 00:02:55.689 The reward of a martyr is not limited to one who dies in battle; 00:02:55.689 --> 00:02:59.849 Rather, it encompasses many types of people, 00:02:59.849 --> 00:03:01.849 Including one who dies of the plague, 00:03:01.849 --> 00:03:03.849 One who dies of an abdominal ailment, one who drowns, 00:03:03.849 --> 00:03:05.849 Or a woman who dies in childbirth. 00:03:05.849 --> 00:03:09.849 These are among those whom Islam counts in the ranks of martyrs. 00:03:09.849 --> 00:03:12.849 They are not treated with the worldly rulings of a battlefield martyr, 00:03:12.849 --> 00:03:15.849 But they attain the heavenly reward of martyrs. 00:03:15.849 --> 00:03:20.069 If a plague breaks out in a land while a servant is in it, 00:03:20.069 --> 00:03:23.069 It is impermissible for him to leave it; 00:03:23.069 --> 00:03:25.069 Rather, he must remain steadfast there, 00:03:25.069 --> 00:03:29.069 Seeking Allah's reward, content with Allah's decree and predestination. 00:03:29.069 --> 00:03:33.229 Islam's keenness to contain malignant and contagious diseases 00:03:33.229 --> 00:03:35.229 To prevent their spread 00:03:35.229 --> 00:03:38.229 Represents the core principle of medical quarantine. 00:03:38.229 --> 00:03:42.330 Calling upon the afflicted person to exercise patience and remain in his town 00:03:42.330 --> 00:03:47.330 Does not contradict adopting preventive measures and seeking medical treatment. 00:03:47.330 --> 00:03:52.509 On the authority of Anas (may Allah be pleased with him), he said: 00:03:52.509 --> 00:03:57.509 I heard the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) say: 00:03:57.509 --> 00:04:00.509 "Allah Almighty said: 00:04:01.509 --> 00:04:05.509 'If I afflict My servant in his two beloved things and he remains patient, 00:04:05.509 --> 00:04:08.509 I shall compensate him for them with Paradise.'" 00:04:08.509 --> 00:04:10.509 He meant his two eyes. 00:04:10.509 --> 00:04:15.210 Narrated by al-Bukhari. 00:04:15.210 --> 00:04:17.560 Key points of benefit from the hadith: 00:04:17.560 --> 00:04:21.750 The two eyes are among the most beloved human organs to a person. 00:04:21.750 --> 00:04:23.750 Whomever Allah loves, He afflicts with trials 00:04:23.750 --> 00:04:25.750 In order to ward off evil from him, 00:04:25.750 --> 00:04:28.750 Expiate his sins, 00:04:28.750 --> 00:04:30.750 Or raise his status in Paradise. 00:04:30.750 --> 00:04:33.750 Thus, if he responds to trial with acceptance, 00:04:33.750 --> 00:04:35.850 His desired spiritual attainment is fulfilled. 00:04:35.850 --> 00:04:37.850 Paradise is the greatest compensation, 00:04:37.850 --> 00:04:41.850 For the enjoyment of eyesight perishes with the end of this world, 00:04:41.850 --> 00:04:45.850 Whereas the enjoyment of Paradise is everlasting. 00:04:45.850 --> 00:04:50.009 The magnitude of reward is proportionate to the level of hardship. 00:04:50.009 --> 00:04:54.420 On the authority of 'Ata' ibn Abi Rabah, he said: 00:04:54.420 --> 00:04:58.420 Ibn 'Abbas (may Allah be pleased with them) said to me, 00:04:58.420 --> 00:05:02.480 "Shall I not show you a woman from the people of Paradise?" 00:05:02.480 --> 00:05:04.480 I said, "Yes, indeed." 00:05:04.480 --> 00:05:05.480 He said: 00:05:05.480 --> 00:05:08.480 "This black woman 00:05:08.480 --> 00:05:11.480 Came to the Prophet (peace be upon him) 00:05:11.480 --> 00:05:12.480 And said, 00:05:12.480 --> 00:05:14.480 'I suffer from epileptic fits, 00:05:14.480 --> 00:05:16.480 And my body becomes uncovered during them, 00:05:16.480 --> 00:05:19.480 So pray to Allah Almighty for me.' 00:05:19.480 --> 00:05:20.509 He said, 00:05:20.509 --> 00:05:23.509 'If you wish, be patient and you will have Paradise; 00:05:24.509 --> 00:05:28.509 And if you wish, I will pray to Allah Almighty to cure you.' 00:05:28.509 --> 00:05:29.579 She said, 00:05:29.579 --> 00:05:31.610 'I will be patient.' 00:05:31.610 --> 00:05:32.610 Then she said, 00:05:32.610 --> 00:05:34.610 'Indeed, my body becomes uncovered, 00:05:34.610 --> 00:05:38.610 So pray to Allah that I do not become uncovered.' 00:05:38.610 --> 00:05:40.670 So he prayed for her." 00:05:40.670 --> 00:05:44.240 Agreed upon. 00:05:44.240 --> 00:05:46.240 *Usra'u* comes from epilepsy (*sar'*), 00:05:46.240 --> 00:05:49.240 Which can occur due to demonic possession or neurological conditions. 00:05:49.240 --> 00:05:51.399 *Atakashshafu* 00:05:51.399 --> 00:05:54.399 Means part of my body becomes exposed during the seizure. 00:05:54.399 --> 00:05:57.870 Key points of benefit from the hadith: 00:05:57.870 --> 00:06:02.060 Patience during worldly affliction leads to inheriting Paradise. 00:06:02.060 --> 00:06:05.220 Treating illnesses through supplication 00:06:05.220 --> 00:06:08.220 And sincere reliance on Allah Almighty 00:06:08.220 --> 00:06:11.220 Is effective alongside taking prescribed medication. 00:06:11.220 --> 00:06:15.449 Choosing the ideal resolve (*'azimah*) is better than resorting to concessions (*rukhsah*) 00:06:15.449 --> 00:06:19.449 For one who finds in himself the strength to endure it, 00:06:19.449 --> 00:06:22.449 As it yields an abundance of additional reward. 00:06:22.449 --> 00:06:25.610 The permissibility of foregoing medical treatment. 00:06:25.610 --> 00:06:29.769 The profound modesty of the female Companions (may Allah be pleased with them), 00:06:29.769 --> 00:06:32.769 As this woman's greatest fear was 00:06:32.769 --> 00:06:36.769 That any part of her body might be exposed. 00:06:36.769 --> 00:06:39.889 On the authority of Abu 'Abd al-Rahman 00:06:39.889 --> 00:06:43.889 'Abdullah ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him), he said: 00:06:43.889 --> 00:06:47.889 It is as though I am looking at the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) 00:06:47.889 --> 00:06:50.889 Relating the story of a prophet among the prophets 00:06:50.889 --> 00:06:53.889 (May Allah's blessings and peace be upon them), 00:06:53.889 --> 00:06:56.889 Whose people beat him until they made him bleed, 00:06:56.889 --> 00:07:00.889 While he was wiping the blood from his face and saying: 00:07:00.889 --> 00:07:05.889 "O Allah, forgive my people, for they do not know." 00:07:05.889 --> 00:07:08.019 Agreed upon. 00:07:08.019 --> 00:07:11.620 *Yahki nabiyyan* 00:07:11.620 --> 00:07:14.620 Means he describes a prophet among the prophets. 00:07:14.620 --> 00:07:18.129 Key points of benefit from the hadith: 00:07:18.129 --> 00:07:21.129 The patience of the prophets and their endurance of harm 00:07:21.129 --> 00:07:24.129 For the sake of conveying their message to mankind, 00:07:24.129 --> 00:07:27.220 So that they might attain Allah's pleasure and mercy. 00:07:27.220 --> 00:07:29.220 It is from the noble character of the prophets 00:07:29.220 --> 00:07:33.350 To meet ignorance with forgiveness and pardon, 00:07:33.350 --> 00:07:37.350 Not retaliating against the ignorant in kind, 00:07:37.350 --> 00:07:39.350 Nor praying against them, 00:07:39.350 --> 00:07:43.420 But rather seeking guidance for them and striving earnestly for it. 00:07:43.420 --> 00:07:47.420 Following the exemplary character of the Prophet (peace be upon him) 00:07:47.420 --> 00:07:49.420 In enduring harm, 00:07:49.420 --> 00:07:53.420 For his forehead was wounded and blood flowed from his face on the Day of Uhud. 00:07:53.420 --> 00:07:56.420 Corrupt people and disbelievers 00:07:56.420 --> 00:07:59.420 Do not counter argument with argument; 00:07:59.420 --> 00:08:03.420 Rather, they resort to violence, torture, and denial. 00:08:03.420 --> 00:08:08.579 The virtue of not hastening punishment upon opponents and enemies of the truth. 00:08:08.579 --> 00:08:14.370 On the authority of Abu Sa'id and Abu Hurairah (may Allah be pleased with them), 00:08:14.370 --> 00:08:18.370 From the Prophet (peace be upon him), who said: 00:08:18.370 --> 00:08:22.430 "No fatigue, illness, 00:08:22.430 --> 00:08:24.430 Anxiety, sorrow, 00:08:24.430 --> 00:08:26.430 Harm, or distress afflicts a Muslim, 00:08:26.430 --> 00:08:29.430 Even the prick of a thorn, 00:08:29.430 --> 00:08:32.429 Except that Allah expiates some of his sins thereby." 00:08:32.429 --> 00:08:34.460 Agreed upon. 00:08:34.460 --> 00:08:37.460 *Wasab* means sickness. 00:08:37.460 --> 00:08:41.029 *Nasab* means exhaustion. 00:08:41.029 --> 00:08:46.059 *Adha* (harm) is everything that causes discomfort to the soul. 00:08:46.059 --> 00:08:51.059 *Yushakuha* means it pricks him and pierces his body. 00:08:51.059 --> 00:08:54.659 Key points of benefit from the hadith: 00:08:54.659 --> 00:08:59.659 Harmful afflictions that strike the believer absolve him of sins. 00:08:59.659 --> 00:09:03.730 Even the smallest worldly trial that befalls a servant 00:09:03.730 --> 00:09:05.860 Serves as an expiation for him. 00:09:05.860 --> 00:09:08.860 A servant should not combine upon himself 00:09:08.860 --> 00:09:11.860 Both the suffering of harm and the loss of spiritual reward. 00:09:11.860 --> 00:09:14.950 The truly afflicted person is one deprived of reward. 00:09:14.950 --> 00:09:18.950 A calamity accompanied by discontent and panic becomes two calamities: 00:09:18.950 --> 00:09:20.950 A physical affliction 00:09:20.950 --> 00:09:23.950 And the calamity of forfeiting reward. 00:09:23.950 --> 00:09:28.519 Indeed, a discontented person may even incur sin. 00:09:28.519 --> 00:09:32.519 On the authority of Ibn Mas'ud (may Allah be pleased with him), he said: 00:09:32.519 --> 00:09:35.519 I entered upon the Prophet (peace be upon him) 00:09:35.519 --> 00:09:37.519 While he was suffering from a severe fever. 00:09:37.519 --> 00:09:38.519 I said, 00:09:38.519 --> 00:09:40.519 "O Messenger of Allah, 00:09:40.519 --> 00:09:43.519 You are suffering from a very intense fever." 00:09:43.519 --> 00:09:44.519 He said, 00:09:44.519 --> 00:09:47.519 "Yes, indeed; 00:09:47.519 --> 00:09:50.519 No Muslim is afflicted with harm— 00:09:50.519 --> 00:09:53.519 A prick of a thorn or anything worse— 00:09:53.519 --> 00:09:56.519 Except that Allah expiates his evil deeds thereby 00:09:56.519 --> 00:10:01.519 And removes his sins from him, just as a tree sheds its leaves." 00:10:01.519 --> 00:10:03.549 Agreed upon. 00:10:03.549 --> 00:10:04.549 *Wa'ak* 00:10:04.549 --> 00:10:06.549 Refers to the severe heat of fever. 00:10:06.549 --> 00:10:07.549 And it is said: 00:10:07.549 --> 00:10:10.830 *Humma* 00:10:10.830 --> 00:10:11.830 Is the intensity 00:10:11.830 --> 00:10:14.980 Of a feverish affliction. 00:10:14.980 --> 00:10:17.049 Key points of benefit from the hadith: 00:10:17.049 --> 00:10:21.210 Attaining spiritual reward through various trials when accompanied by patience. 00:10:21.210 --> 00:10:23.210 The most severely tested of people 00:10:23.210 --> 00:10:25.210 Are the prophets, 00:10:25.210 --> 00:10:29.210 Because they are distinguished by perfect patience and complete faith, 00:10:29.210 --> 00:10:34.210 And because Allah Almighty made them role models and exemplars for humanity. 00:10:34.210 --> 00:10:38.299 The more severe sickness and harm become for a believing servant, 00:10:38.299 --> 00:10:42.299 The more Allah multiplies his reward and expiation of sins, 00:10:42.299 --> 00:10:46.529 until all his sins are completely wiped away. 00:10:46.529 --> 00:10:50.529 The strong can bear what the weak cannot, 00:10:50.529 --> 00:10:54.529 so the believer is tested in proportion to his religious commitment and certainty. 00:10:54.529 --> 00:10:59.870 On the authority of Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him), who said 00:10:59.870 --> 00:11:03.870 that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: 00:11:03.870 --> 00:11:07.870 "He for whom Allah wills good, He afflicts him." 00:11:07.870 --> 00:11:09.870 Related by al-Bukhari. 00:11:09.870 --> 00:11:14.440 Scholars have vocalized "is afflicted" (*yusab minhu*) 00:11:14.440 --> 00:11:16.440 as meaning: 00:11:16.440 --> 00:11:21.440 that an affliction is directed at him affecting his body, his wealth, or his loved ones. 00:11:21.440 --> 00:11:25.210 Among the lessons of the hadith: 00:11:25.210 --> 00:11:29.210 A believer is never free of an illness, a shortage, or an abasement. 00:11:29.210 --> 00:11:33.370 Tribulation is a mark of Allah's love for His servant, 00:11:33.370 --> 00:11:36.370 serving to elevate his station, raise his rank, 00:11:36.370 --> 00:11:40.360 and expiate his sins. 00:11:40.360 --> 00:11:43.360 On the authority of Anas (may Allah be pleased with him), who said 00:11:43.360 --> 00:11:47.360 that the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) said: 00:11:47.360 --> 00:11:52.360 "None of you should ever wish for death because of any harm that has befallen him; 00:11:52.360 --> 00:11:56.460 but if he must do so, let him say: 00:11:56.460 --> 00:12:01.460 'O Allah, keep me alive as long as life is good for me, 00:12:01.460 --> 00:12:05.460 and take my soul when death is good for me.'" 00:12:05.460 --> 00:12:07.519 Agreed upon. 00:12:07.519 --> 00:12:11.220 Harm (*al-durr*) 00:12:11.220 --> 00:12:16.220 refers to the misfortune that befalls a person in his body, his family, or his wealth. 00:12:16.220 --> 00:12:20.659 Among the lessons of the hadith: 00:12:20.659 --> 00:12:22.659 The prohibition of wishing for death. 00:12:22.659 --> 00:12:27.659 An explicit prohibition has also been reported in the hadith of Khabbab ibn al-Aratt (may Allah be pleased with him) 00:12:27.659 --> 00:12:29.659 in Sahih al-Bukhari, 00:12:29.659 --> 00:12:31.659 where he was cauterized seven times and said: 00:12:31.659 --> 00:12:35.659 "Were it not that the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) 00:12:35.659 --> 00:12:37.659 forbade us from praying for death, 00:12:37.659 --> 00:12:39.659 I would have prayed for it." 00:12:39.659 --> 00:12:43.850 However, if a servant fears falling into trials that corrupt faith 00:12:43.850 --> 00:12:46.850 and fears harm to his religion, 00:12:46.850 --> 00:12:48.850 it is permissible for him to utter that supplication. 00:12:48.850 --> 00:12:54.850 Yet it must be done as the Messenger (peace be upon him) taught us in this hadith. 00:12:54.850 --> 00:12:58.039 There is no doubt that the life of a believer is better for him, 00:12:58.039 --> 00:13:02.039 because once he dies, his good deeds come to an end. 00:13:02.039 --> 00:13:06.039 As Muslim related from the hadith of Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him), 00:13:06.039 --> 00:13:10.039 the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him) said: 00:13:10.039 --> 00:13:13.039 "None of you should wish for death, 00:13:13.039 --> 00:13:17.039 nor pray for it before it comes to him; 00:13:17.039 --> 00:13:21.039 for when one of you dies, his good deeds cease, 00:13:21.039 --> 00:13:25.039 and an increase in a believer's lifespan brings nothing but good." 00:13:25.039 --> 00:13:31.169 Consigning matters and surrendering completely to Allah Almighty regarding the choice between life and death: 00:13:31.169 --> 00:13:35.200 a human being does not know from where good will reach him, 00:13:35.200 --> 00:13:40.200 for his life alongside afflictions and hardships may well be better for him, 00:13:40.200 --> 00:13:45.200 or his death may be better for him by shielding him from sins. 00:13:45.200 --> 00:13:49.200 Thus, the believer must entrust his entire affair to Allah. 00:13:49.200 --> 00:13:56.190 On the authority of Abu 'Abdullah Khabbab ibn al-Aratt (may Allah be pleased with him), who said: 00:13:56.190 --> 00:14:00.190 "We complained to the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) 00:14:00.190 --> 00:14:04.190 while he was leaning against a cloaked cushion in the shade of the Ka'bah. 00:14:04.190 --> 00:14:10.190 We said, 'Will you not seek help for us? Will you not pray for us?' 00:14:10.190 --> 00:14:15.190 He replied, 'Among those before you, a man would be seized, 00:14:15.190 --> 00:14:19.190 a pit would be dug for him in the ground, and he would be placed in it; 00:14:19.190 --> 00:14:24.190 then a saw would be brought and placed upon his head, cutting him in two halves, 00:14:24.190 --> 00:14:29.190 and iron combs would scrape his flesh down to the bone, 00:14:29.190 --> 00:14:32.350 yet none of that would turn him away from his religion! 00:14:32.350 --> 00:14:36.350 By Allah, Allah will surely bring this matter to full fruition, 00:14:36.350 --> 00:14:40.350 until a rider travels from Sana'a to Hadramawt 00:14:40.350 --> 00:14:44.350 fearing none but Allah, or the wolf for his sheep; 00:14:44.350 --> 00:14:47.350 but you are being hasty.'" 00:14:47.350 --> 00:14:49.350 Related by al-Bukhari. 00:14:49.350 --> 00:14:51.450 In another narration: 00:14:51.450 --> 00:14:53.450 "while he was reclining on a cloak, 00:14:53.450 --> 00:14:59.179 and we had suffered severe persecution from the polytheists." 00:14:59.179 --> 00:15:02.179 A cloak (*al-burdah*) is a striped outer garment. 00:15:02.179 --> 00:15:07.429 "Leaning against" (*mutawassidan*) means he placed the cloak beneath his head. 00:15:07.429 --> 00:15:10.429 "Turn him away" (*yasudduhu*) means prevents him. 00:15:10.429 --> 00:15:13.429 "This matter" refers to the religion of Islam. 00:15:13.429 --> 00:15:16.529 "The rider" denotes the traveler. 00:15:16.529 --> 00:15:20.490 Among the lessons of the hadith: 00:15:20.490 --> 00:15:23.549 Praising steadfast patience when enduring torture for one's religion. 00:15:23.549 --> 00:15:28.649 The vulnerable gain strength from the supplication and counsel of the strong. 00:15:28.649 --> 00:15:32.840 The permissibility of praying against the disbelievers and requesting such prayers. 00:15:32.840 --> 00:15:37.870 The permissibility of mentioning the persecution one suffers at the hands of the disbelievers, 00:15:37.870 --> 00:15:39.870 which does not constitute unlawful complaining. 00:15:39.870 --> 00:15:43.970 The permissibility of citing examples from the believers of previous nations, 00:15:43.970 --> 00:15:46.970 and that doing so is more impactful in illustrating steadfast patience; 00:15:46.970 --> 00:15:52.970 for the soul finds comfort and resolve when it sees that others suffered alike and stood firm. 00:15:52.970 --> 00:15:55.970 This is the great benefit of emulating righteous predecessors. 00:15:55.970 --> 00:15:59.100 The believer remains steadfast in his creed, 00:15:59.100 --> 00:16:01.100 even if sawn asunder with saws. 00:16:01.100 --> 00:16:05.129 Tribulation is an inescapable companion of faith at all times, 00:16:05.129 --> 00:16:07.129 as Allah Almighty said: 00:16:07.129 --> 00:16:14.129 “Do men imagine that they will be left (at ease) because they say, We believe, and will not be tested with affliction?” (29:2) 00:16:14.129 --> 00:16:18.129 “Lo! We tested those who were before you. Thus Allah knoweth those who are sincere, and knoweth those who feign.” (29:3) 00:16:18.129 --> 00:16:24.129 "Allah will surely make known those who are truthful, and He will surely make known the liars." 00:16:24.129 --> 00:16:27.379 Enmity toward faith is ancient; 00:16:27.379 --> 00:16:30.379 for the people of disbelief, defiance, and disobedience 00:16:30.379 --> 00:16:34.379 “And they observe toward a believer neither pact nor honour. These are they who are transgressors.” (9:10) 00:16:34.379 --> 00:16:36.379 follow this path of the wicked criminals. 00:16:36.379 --> 00:16:38.509 The future belongs to Islam; 00:16:38.509 --> 00:16:43.509 Allah will grant victory to His religion, with the honor of the mighty or the abasement of the humbled: 00:16:43.509 --> 00:16:47.509 an honor with which Allah exalts Islam and its people, 00:16:47.509 --> 00:16:50.509 and a humiliation by which He debases disbelief and its people. 00:16:50.509 --> 00:16:52.509 As Allah Almighty said: 00:16:52.509 --> 00:16:56.509 "It is He who sent His Messenger with guidance and the religion of truth 00:16:56.509 --> 00:17:01.509 to cause it to prevail over all religion, even though the polytheists dislike it." 00:17:02.509 --> 00:17:05.640 The Prophet's foretelling (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) 00:17:05.640 --> 00:17:09.640 of future events and their subsequent realization, 00:17:09.640 --> 00:17:11.640 as Islam indeed spread 00:17:11.640 --> 00:17:14.640 and peace and security prevailed; 00:17:14.640 --> 00:17:19.640 this serves as clear proof of his prophethood and truthfulness (peace and blessings be upon him). 00:17:19.640 --> 00:17:22.799 Islam is the religion of peace and security; 00:17:22.799 --> 00:17:27.799 wherever Islam takes root, its rulings are implemented, and its legal limits established, 00:17:27.799 --> 00:17:31.799 safety, security, tranquility, and peace prevail. 00:17:31.799 --> 00:17:33.799 But when people alter this state, 00:17:33.799 --> 00:17:39.799 “Allah coineth a similitude: a township that dwelt secure and well content, its provision coming to it in abundance from every side, but it disbelieved in Allah's favours, so Allah made it experience the garb of dearth and fear because of what they used to do.” (16:112) 00:17:39.799 --> 00:17:41.930 man is naturally drawn to immediate outcomes, 00:17:41.930 --> 00:17:44.930 having been created of haste; 00:17:44.930 --> 00:17:47.930 so when good is delayed, his patience runs out 00:17:47.930 --> 00:17:49.930 and his chest grows constricted, 00:17:49.930 --> 00:17:53.930 forgetting that every appointed term has a decreed time, 00:17:53.930 --> 00:17:57.930 and that Allah does not hasten for the haste of His creation. 00:17:57.930 --> 00:18:02.819 *Riyad al-Salihin*.