Don't Be Sad (Hardback)

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The former raised him, fed him, clothed him and taught him; he would stay up nights so that his son could sleep, stay hungry so that his son could eat, and toil so that his son could be comfortable. one of my favorite quote is “Most human beings are ungrateful to their Lord, so what treatment should you and i expect? It exposes to the modern reader how Islam teaches us to deal with the tests and tribulations of this world. At a time in which people are beset with trials from every periphery and within, comes this heartening book rooted in the commandments of Allah (God) and the excellent guidance and examples of the people that have come before us. So, take solace, and firmly grasp the rope of Allah, finding strength and hope in the midst of adversity.

When you achieve this attitude, you will profit from every moment of your day, by developing your personality, expanding your abilities, and purifying your deeds. For that reason, as long as you are among the denizens of earth, expect to be hurt, to be insulted, and to be criticized.

walaupun buku ini ditulis secara islamik, ia tidak lupa mengambil kata-kata hikamah daripada tokoh-tokoh barat.

The reader will notice that some meanings and topics are repeated (though in varying style) throughout the book.To be engrossed in expectations about the future is looked down upon in our religion since it leads to our having a long-term attachment to this world – this is an attachment that the good believer shuns. Full of inspiring anecdotes from the lives of prophets, scholars, and other people, and their victory over life’s turmoil and tests, this authentic Islamic book urges readers to adopt a positive outlook on life. Because we live in such a world where every little thing is dictated by media and entertainment, our train of thought can easily veer off from the simplicity of the Muslim way of life. Sometimes we feel like the whole world is against us – and then there are moments in which we feel we have conquered the entire world, yet we are still unsatisfied with our accomplishments.

Today I will strive to be obedient to my Lord, pray in the best manner possible, do more voluntary acts of righteousness, recite the Qur’an, and read beneficial books. Do not think that you could have prevented the fence from falling, the water from flowing, the wind from blowing, or the glass from breaking. Whatever you are going through, you are meant to be going through it and He has only your best interests in mind.When the fire was set for him, Prophet Abraham (pbuh) did not feel its heat because of the help he received from his Lord. Do you not see that Allah has made subject to you whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth and amply bestowed upon you His favors, [both] apparent and unapparent? The author illustrates through the Qur'an and Sunnah how with an Islamic outlook, one can find a remedy for every modern spiritual ailment. Whoever reflects on how recurring themes are found in the Qur’an should appreciate the benefits of following this methodology. It just goes to show that you can take the benefit from anyone, without necessarily subscribing to their way of life or religion.