Where You Are Is Where You’re Meant to Be
Ibn Ata’illah says in his Hikam: “Do not wish for a different state than the one Allah has placed you in, for if He wanted you in another state, He would have put you there.” This wisdom reminds us that contentment with Allah’s decree is a sign of deep faith and trust. Wanting to be […]
Barakah is in the Present Moment Don’t Procrastinate
Ibn Ata’illah reminds us in his Hikam: “Do not postpone your works hoping for a free time, for you are more forgetful in free time than you are in busy time.” The lesson here is profound—waiting for the “perfect time” to do acts of worship, seek knowledge, or fulfill responsibilities is a trap of the […]
Three Du’as Not to Ignore
In a powerful hadith narrated by Abu Hurairah (RA), the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) once ascended the minbar and said “Ameen” three times. When asked why, he explained that Jibril (AS) had made three supplications, and the Prophet (ﷺ) said Ameen to each. Among them was: “May he be humiliated, the one who reaches Ramadan and […]
The Deception of Dunya and the Reality of the Grave
Surah Al-Haqqah reminds us of the deceptive nature of the dunya—how people chase wealth, status, and possessions, hoarding them as if they will live forever. Yet, no matter how much they accumulate, their final destination remains the grave. Allah warns in Surah Al-Haqqah (69:27-29) of the regretful soul who, on the Day of Judgment, will […]
Laylatul Qadr — A Night Better Than a Thousand Months
As we enter the last ten nights of Ramadhan, we are approaching Laylatul Qadr—the Night of Decree, a night better than a thousand months (Surah Al-Qadr 97:3). This is a golden opportunity to seek Allah’s mercy, forgiveness, and blessings. 🔹 What to Do on Laylatul Qadr? ✅ Increase in Worship – Pray extra Tahajjud and […]
Raising the Station: When Allah Tests His Chosen Servants
Ibn Ata’illah beautifully reminds us in his Hikam: “When He gives, He shows you His kindness. When He deprives, He shows you His power. And in all that, He is making Himself known to you and coming to you with His gentleness.” Sometimes, Allah places a servant through immense trials because the only way for […]
Contentment
Contentment is not about passive resignation but about active engagement with life as a gift. It is a dynamic process of letting go of what we cannot change while cherishing what we have been given. Every moment, whether filled with pleasure or pain, is an invitation to deepen one’s reliance on Allah.
“The best gift from Allah is what He chooses for you, not what you choose for yourself.”
“The best gift from Allah is what He chooses for you, not what you choose for yourself.” Ibn Ata’illah’s Hikmah highlights a fundamental principle of spiritual surrender—true contentment comes from accepting Allah’s choice over our own desires. Often, we believe we know what is best for us, yet our perspective is limited, shaped by fleeting […]
Patience and Trust When Allah’s Promise Seems Delayed
“Do not let the delay of what has been promised cause you to doubt its coming, for He has guaranteed the fulfillment of His promise in what He wills for you, not in what you will for yourself.” Ibn Ata’illah’s wisdom in his Hikam calls us to trust in Allah’s timing and decree. When we […]
How Ramadhan Trains Us for Life’s Trials
Ramadhan trains us in surrendering to Allah’s Will, teaching us patience through hunger, gratitude through restraint, and contentment through sacrifice. By enduring the physical and spiritual discipline of fasting, we learn to trust Allah’s wisdom in all aspects of life, accepting both ease and hardship as part of His perfect plan. Just as we refrain […]
Surrendering to Allah’s Will
Wanting something other than what Allah has decreed in times of loss and hardship is a sign of heedlessness and a lack of trust in His wisdom. As Ibn Ata’illah states in his Hikam, “Your wanting to withdraw from everything when Allah has engaged you in the world is a hidden desire, and your wanting […]
Virtue of Obscurity
Fasting itself is a hidden act, known only to the worshiper and Allah, reinforcing that true devotion does not seek validation from others. In this sacred month of Ramadhan, we should strive to avoid seeking status or approval, embracing the tranquility of being unnoticed while remaining steadfast in devotion. Ibn Ata’illah reminds us, “Bury yourself […]
