Just as our body gives us signals when we tax it too much physically or mentally, with migraine headaches, aching bones, low immunity to seasonal viruses, and muscular strains symbolizing the need for us to slow down, relax and give ourselves some stress-free time to unwind. So too, our actions and dealings with people give us some telltale signs about the state of our spiritual well-being and health. A healthy soul is serene when it is at the peak of faith. Imagine how it felt after spending … [Read more...]
The hypocrites of today
These are some timely narrations collected by Muhammad Musa Nasr in his book ‘al-Munafiqun’ (p. 95-98). They are all authentic. 1 – Jubayr bin Nufayr said: “I went to visit Abu ad-Darda’ at his home in Homs, and I found him praying at his mosque. When he sat for the tashahhud, he began seeking refuge with Allah from hypocrisy. When he finished, I went to him and asked: “May Allah Forgive you, Aba ad-Darda’! What do you have to do with hypocrisy?†… [Read more...]





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