Author: Islamic Reflections

In Islam, marriage is founded upon compassion (mawaddah), mercy (rahmah), and cooperation between spouses. Allah ﷻ said:

 “And of His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy. Indeed, in that are signs for a people who give thought

Introduction

Emotions shape daily life. People experience joy, sadness, anger, and fear. How a person responds to these feelings impacts their mental and spiritual well-being. Many people think patience means hiding emotions or staying silent. This leads to confusion between patience and suppression. Psychology suggests that hiding emotions can negatively impact mental health. Islam raises sabr as a virtue that … Continue Reading

The hoarding of dust,
Yes, dust.
What else will it be soon but scattered debris? [1]
Yet all voices scream:
Dignity lies in following greed.

Achieve, deprive, find ways to rise high.
Still, nothing is ever enough,
Eyes always fixed on someone else’s prize,
Pride caged in fleeting gains.
Your worth-too volatile.

Make your way,
Oh believer,
Remain against the … Continue Reading