Can Anyone tell me something about sabr(patience)

Umm Aysha

*Strive for Jannah*
Asalaamu Alaykum WaRahmatulla WaBarakatahu

Patience and Perseverance in Da’wah

As Du’ât, it is very important that we must develop patience and perseverance. Da’wah is not an easy task. We should know that as believers, Allah (Subhanahu wa ta’ala) will try our Iman (faith). Allah (Subhanahu wa ta’ala) may test us as to which of us is best in deed (67:2). The closer we are to Him, the more He will try us, just as He did to all His prophets and messengers. For those who are not living in a comfortable life let the life of the Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) be a lesson for us. The following is just one of the many narrations how he lived in a destitute life but shows how patient he was:

Ibn Abbas (radhiallahu anhu) narrated that according to 'Umar bin Al-Khattab(radhiallahu anhu) … “Underneath his (Prophet’s) head there was a leather pillow stuffed with palm fibers, and leaves of a saut tree were piled at his feet, and above his head hung a few water skins. On seeing the marks of the mat imprinted on his side, I wept. He said, 'Why are you weeping?’ I replied, 'O Allah’s Messenger! Caesar and Khosrau are leading the life (i.e. luxurious life) while you, Allah’s Messenger though you are, is living in destitute.’ The Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) then replied, 'Won’t you be satisfied that they enjoy this world and we the Hereafter?’” (Bukhari 6/435)

We should be patient because Allah (Subhanahu wa ta’ala) commands us to patiently persevere (2:153). We should remember that Allah (Subhanahu wa ta’ala) shall test us:

“Be sure We shall test you with something of fear and hunger some loss in goods or lives or the fruits (of your toil) but give glad tidings to those who patiently persevere.” (2:155)

Abu Hurairaht narrated that the Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said, “A Muslim male or female, remains subject to trials (in this world); in respect of self, children and property till he or she faces Allah the Exalted (on the Day of Judgment) in a state in which all his or her sins have been remitted.” (Tirmidhi 49)

Allah may try our patience and perseverance by the hands of the non-Muslims or enemies of Islam and even fellow Muslims, who may harm, insult or ridicule us. We should take lessons from the Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) who showed patience and perseverance at all times:

‘Abdullah Bin Mas’ud (radhiallahu anhu) narrated that once the Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) was offering prayers at the Ka’ba. Abu Jahl was sitting with some of his companions. One of them said to the others, “Who amongst you will bring the abdominal contents (intestines, etc.) of a camel of Bani so and so and put it on the back of Muhammad, when he prostrates?” The most unfortunate of them got up and brought it. He waited till the Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) prostrated and then placed it on his back between his shoulders. I was watching but could not do any thing. I wish I had some people with me to hold out against them. They started laughing and falling one another. Allah’s Messenger (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) was on prostration and he did not lift his head up till Fatimah (radhiallahu anha) (Prophet’s daughter) came and threw that (camel’s abdominal contents) away from his back... (Bukhari 1/241)

Bin Mas’ud (radhiallahu anhu) narrated that once Allah’s Messenger (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) divided and distributed (the war booty). An Ansar man said, “By Allah! Muhammad, by this distribution, did not intend to please Allah.” So I came to Allah’s Messenger(sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) and informed him about it whereupon his face became changed with anger and he said, “May Allah bestow His Mercy on Moses for he was hurt with more than this, yet he remained patient.” (Bukhari 8/85)

As much as possible we should show patience for whatever trials we may incur. We should remember that Allah the Most Gracious surely rewards those who patiently persevere.

O you who believe! Persevere in patience and constancy: vie in such perseverance; strengthen each other; and fear Allah; that you may prosper.” (3:200)

Those who fulfill the Covenant of Allah and sail not in their plighted word; those who join together those things, which Allah has commanded to be joined, hold their Rabb in awe, and fear the terrible reckoning. Those who patiently persevere seeking the countenance of their Rabb; establish regular prayers; spend (out of the gifts) what We have bestowed for their sustenance, secretly and openly; and turn off Evil with good: for such there is the final attainment of the (Eternal) Home Gardens of perpetual bliss. They shall enter there, as well as the righteous among their fathers, their spouses, and their offspring: and angels shall enter unto them from every gate (with the salutation): ‘Peace unto you for that you persevered in patience!’ Now how excellent is the final Home!’ (13:20-24)

“Say: ‘O you my servants who believe! Fear your Rabb. Good is (the reward) for those who do good in this world. Spacious is Allah’s earth! Those who patiently persevere will truly receive a reward without measure.’” (39:10)


Abu Hurairah (radhiallahu anhu) narrated that Allah’s Messenger (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said, “Allah says, 'I have nothing to give but Paradise as a reward to my believer slave, who, if I cause his dear friend (or relative) to die, remains patient (and hopes for Allah’s Reward).” (Bukhari 8/432)

Shaddad and as-Sunabihi (radhiallahu anhu) narrated that ... Allah’s Messenger (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said, Allah who is Great and Glorious says, “When I afflict a servant of Mine who is a believer and he praises Me, for the affliction I have brought upon him; he will rise from that couch of his as sinless as he was the day his mother gave birth to him.” The Rabb, Who is Blessed and Exalted, will say, “I fettered and afflicted My servant, so record for him what you were recording for him when he was well.” (Tirmidhi 1579 and Ahmad)

In the course of our Da’wah the non-Muslims may not only insult us verbally, but also act in ways that may hurt or even harm us physically. We should be firm in our patience and perseverance just like the way the Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) did:

“And let not their speech grieve you, for all power and honor belong to Allah. He is the All-Hearer, the All-Knower.” (10:65)

“So bear with patience (O Muhammad) all that they say, and glorify the Praises of Your Rabb, before the rising of the sun and before its setting.” (50:39)

“And be patient (O Muhammad) with what they say, and keep away from them in a good way. And leave Me Alone to deal with those in possession of the good things of life, (who yet deny the Truth;) and bear with them for a little while. With Us are Fetters (to Bind them) and a Fire (to burn them). (73:10-12)

As Du’ât, we should be strong and patient when facing any obstacle, problem or trial that may befall us. We should persevere and always turn to Allah for His help. We should never blame ourselves for any failures, as we should remember that everything is in Allah’s hands:

Abu Hurairah (radhiallahu anhu) narrated that Allah’s Messenger (sallallahu ‘alayhi wa sallam) said, “A strong believer is better and is more lovable to Allah than a weak believer. There is good in everyone, (but) cherish that which gives you benefit (in the Hereafter) and seek help from Allah and do not lose heart. And if anything (in the form of trouble) comes to you, don’t say: ‘If I had not done that, it would not have happened so and so’, but say: ‘Allah did that what He had ordained to do.’ And your “if” opens the (gate for the) Satan.” (Muslim 6441)

We should also share our knowledge about the virtues of patience in Islam with non-Muslims. We should make it clear to them that if they embrace Islam and then show patience for whatever trials or problems they may encounter as Muslims, Allah for sure will reward them, if not in this world then in the Hereafter.

May Allah Subhana wa ta'alla give us all patience in each and every condition......ameen.

wasalam
 

dexter

New Member
Patience

:salam2:

Patience is the ability of self control through hard times.

Patience is an internal control applied on the self in order to carry it accross any form of discomfort due to:

Liking something and not being able to get it now, so a person has to wait.

Disliking something that a person is going through, due to its discomfortfulness.

In both case, patience is totally useless due to:

Lack of faith and hope that what is being waited for is going to be one day obtained.

Lack of faith and hope that one day a person would get out of the discomfort.

Like our 4th Kaliph mentioned in nahj and balaga that: Patience from Faith is like a head is from body, there's just no use in faith without patience as much as there's no use in a body without its head.

Also read Surah al-ASR
where God mentioned that all mankind is a looser unless a person has faith, does good, and beholds to the righteous path with truth and patience.

:wasalam:
 

allmuslimsrequal

Junior Member
Salaam alikoum dear brother MohammedFaliq

I was hot tempered before I embraced Islam, and it has been a personal jihad of mine to learn patience and calmness, and try to always use a soft tone of voice and to not let people bother me who are rude, or even people of other faiths who say horrible things about us as Muslims, or about our prophet -may peace be upon him-

There are many suras in the Qur'an that tell us to be patient, and that Allah loves those who are patient and constant in their patience.

3:186 You shall certainly be tried and tested in your possessions and in your personal selves; and you shall certainly hear much that will cause pain for you, from those who recieved the Book before you and from those who worship many gods.
But if you work hard, persistently and patiently, and guard yourself against evil- Then that will be a determining factor in all affairs.


So surely, Allah (SWT) wants his slaves to be patient. Because much can be accomplished when one is patient.

If you wish to read some more about patience in the Qur'an, tries these

10:109, 11:115, 16:126, 20:130, 40:55, 42:43, 46:35, 70:5, 73:10


And I will leave you with this, from Sura Az-Zumar
39:10 -Say (O prophet) "My servants who believe! Fear your Lord for those who do good in this world, the Reward is good.
Spacious is Allah's Earth. Those who patiently work hard will truly recieve a reward without measure!"

:wasalam: :blackhijab:
 

Albint_Almuslima

Im Proud 2 B Me!
Asalam Alakum Wa Rahmet Allah Wa Barakatu

:salam2:

"In Allah yiheb kul sabarin shakoor"
" Allah loves those who are patient and thankful"
 

dexter

New Member
answers

:salam2:
Our brother had asked about the meaning of Sabr (patience), i guess we're moving away from describing it and go towards applying it.
:wasalam:
 

Albint_Almuslima

Im Proud 2 B Me!
Asalam Alakum Wa Rahmet Allah Wa barakatu

I found this article on a website i hope it helps

During times of deep trial, despair, and sadness, Muslims seek comfort and guidance in the words of Allah in the Qur'an. Allah reminds us that all people will be tried and tested in life, and calls upon Muslims to bear these trials with "patient perseverance and prayer." Indeed, Allah reminds us that many people before us have suffered and had their faith tested; so too will we be tried and tested in this life.
There are dozens upon dozens of verses that remind Muslims to be patient and trust in Allah during these times of trial. Among them:

"Seek Allah's help with patient perseverance and prayer. It is indeed hard except for those who are humble." (2:45)

"Oh you who believe! Seek help with patient perseverance and prayer, for God is with those who patiently persevere." (2:153)

"Be sure We shall test you with something of fear and hunger, some loss in goods, lives, and the fruits of your toil.

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But give glad tidings to those who patiently persevere. Those who say, when afflicted with calamity, 'To Allah we belong, and to Him is our return.' They are those on whom descend blessings from their Lord, and mercy. They are the ones who receive guidance." (2:155-157)
"Oh you who believe! Persevere in patience and constancy. Vie in such perseverance, strengthen each other, and be pious, that you may prosper." (3:200)

"And be steadfast in patience, for verily Allah will not suffer the reward of the righteous to perish." (11:115)

"Be patient, for your patience is with the help of Allah." (16:127)

"Patiently, then, persevere - for the Promise of Allah is true, and ask forgiveness for your faults, and celebrate the praises of your Lord in the evening and in the morning." (40:55)

"No one will be granted such goodness except those who exercise patience and self-restraint, none but persons of the greatest good fortune." (41:35)

"Verily man is in loss, except such as have faith, and do righteous deeds, and join together in the mutual enjoining of truth, and of patience and constancy." (103:2-3)

As Muslims, we should not let our emotions get the better of us. It is certainly difficult for a person to look at the tragedies of the world today and not feel helpless and sad. But believers are called to put their trust in their Lord, and not to fall into despair or hopelessness. We must continue to do what Allah has called us to do: put our trust in Him, perform good deeds, and stand as witnesses for justice and truth.

"It is not righteousness that you turn your faces towards East or West.
But it is righteousness to believe in Allah and the Last Day,
And the Angels, and the Book, and the Messengers;
To spend of your substance, out of love for Him,
For your kin, for orphans, for the needy,
for the wayfarer, for those who ask, and for the ransom of slaves;
To be steadfast in prayer
And give in charity;
To fulfill the contracts which you have made;
And to be firm and patient, in pain and adversity
And throughout all periods of panic.
Such are the people of truth, the God-fearing.
Qur'an 2:177

Verily, with every difficulty there is relief.
Verily, with every difficulty there is relief.
Qur'an 94:5-6
 
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