Trials and Tribulations | Daar Us-Sunnah

Trials and Tribulations | Daar Us-Sunnah
A believer may encounter numerous tests and hurdles to assess their faith, patience, and endurance. In a world filled with strife, wars, disasters, and personal and familial issues, Shaytan may cause one to question one's beliefs. If a Muslim is facing trials in their body, wealth, or any other difficulty, it is likely due to their sins - neglecting obligatory actions or committing forbidden deeds. However, this is also an opportunity for Allah to assist His servants, elevate their status, and grant them wellness. The Prophets were the most severely tested, followed by those closest to them. The Companions of the Prophet Muhammad (saw) were forced out of their homes, leaving their possessions behind, facing numerous enemies, and experiencing defeat and martyrdom. The Messenger of Allah (saw) suffered injuries, including a broken tooth, a crushed helmet, and accusations against his beloved wife's chastity. They lived in constant fear, hunger, and poverty - resorting to tying

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• Imam Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah

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DAR AS-SUNNAH CLASSIC COLLECTION TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS Imām ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah
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Content Transliteration Table Biography of Ibn al-Qayyim al-Jawziyyah His Name His Birth and Education His Teachers and Shaykhs 5 11 11 11 12 His Manners and Worship 12 His Students and Works 13 Statements of the Scholars about him His Death 14 16 115 17 17 Trials and Tribulations - Wisdom and Benefits Complete felicity is to be found in the True Religion The promise that the followers of guidance and righteous deeds will be in perfect Bliss 1. What the Muslims are afflicted with of evil := 18 41
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Trials and Tribulations -Wisdom and Benefits SHAYKH AL-ISLAM, AL-HAFIZ IBN AL-QAYYIM said:1 Complete felicity is to be found in the True Religion, by imple- menting it in speech and deed. Those who follow this religion are the one who attains this felicity as Allah, Exalted is He, says, اهْدِنَا الصِّرَاطَ الْمُسْتَقِيمَ صِرَاطَ الَّذِينَ أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيْهِمْ غَيْرِ الْمَغْضُوبِ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا الضَّالِينَ «Guide us to the Straight Path; the path of those whom You have favoured; not [the path] of those whose por- tion is anger nor those who have gone astray» [al-Fatihah (1): 6-7] أُولَيكَ عَلَى هُدًى مِن رَبِّهِمْ وَأَوَلَيْكَ هُمُ الْمُفْلِحُونَ ) «...They are the people guided by their Lord, they are the successfub> [al-Baqarah (2): 5] ibn al-Qayyim, Ighathatu-l-Labfän min Maşayidi-sh-Shaytan [2/254-281] 17
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TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS Imam ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah (d. 751H) A believer may face many trials and tribulations that test his faith, patience and endurance. In a world full of conflict and war, with many also suffering from personal and family problems, Shaytan causes a person to question many things. If a Muslim is tried with a difficulty, then the reasons for this are many - including one's own sin, which arise from leaving something obligated in Islam or committing an act that is prohibited. Trials are also a means of Allah purifying and aiding His servants, ennobling them and granting well- being through His Wisdom. The most severely of those who were tried were the Prophets and then those closest to them in following their guidance. The Companions of Prophet Muhammad suffered at the hands of their enemies; they were eventually forced from their homes, leaving their possessions behind. The enemies multiplied, and on occasions they were physically overcome and defeated, with many martyred. The Messenger of Allah himself received injury while his enemies rejoiced and his associates despaired. They lived in a constant state of fear, destitution and poverty - tying rocks to their stomachs out of sever hunger. The state of hardship causes the servant to turn to Allah, Mighty and Magnificent. Often the state of ease, well-being and blessings cause a person to turn away from Allah. In tribulations, trials, misfortunes and calamities lay numerous wisdoms and benefits, having differing degrees of relevance, in accordance to the various ranks of people. Some believers are afflicted with tribulation to such an extent that they end up walking on the earth with no trace of sin remaining on them. This amazing work deals with many aspect of trials and tribulations, including realising the greatness of Allah, showing humility and patience, increasing in sincerity and servitude for Allah, returning to supplication, hoping for expiation of sins and many other benefits. This work is intended to boost one's faith and aid every reader in developing an understanding on how to better accustom themselves in times of calamities and refine their character. The author, Imam Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah (d. 751H), was one of the most prolific scholars of Islam. His inimitable and distinct understanding of Qur'an and Hadith was acknowledged by his peers, while his commentaries and interpretations remain unique in accuracy. He studied under Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah for sixteen years and accompanied him until the latter's death. He authored over sixty works, covering a multitude of Islamic sciences; many of his writings are characterised by their touching address to the heart and soul. He was deeply pious and took great care in how he utilised his time. Visit us www.darassunnah.com ISBN-13: 978-1-904336-11-2 ISBN-10: 1-904336-11-6 Där as-Sunnah Publishers P.O. Box 9818, Birmingham, B11 4WA, United Kingdom. E-mail: info@darassunnah.com www.darassunnah.com Copyright 2012 by Dár as-Sunnah Publishers 9 781904 336112 > Price: UK £5.00