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...]
Perfecting Character
February 15, 2008 By
The Prophet sallallahu `alayhi wa sallam used to make a number of supplications related to good character. "O Allah, guide me to good character, none guides to good character but You..." [Muslim] "O Allah, I seek refuge in you from bad character, deeds and desires." [at-Tirmidhee] "O Allah, You perfectly created me, so perfect my character." [Ahmad] "O Allah, I seek refuge in you from disability and laziness; from cowardice and avarice; from decrepitude and harshness; from negligence and impoverishment, … [Read more...]
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