We are living through difficult times and many people feel a bit overwhelmed by what is going on in the world. Some complain, some hold all of the troubles inside …
Gratitude in Times of Hardship
When I was in the hospital laboring with the hardships of having my first child, the discomfort of the contractions was so great at times that it was nearly impossible …
Gratitude’s Influence on the Heart
Imam Raghib al-Isfahani (d. AH 502), the author of al-Mufradat fi gharib al-Qur’an, a dictionary of uncommon terms in the Qur’an, points to the distinctions among various terms used in …
Gratitude, Journaling, and Gifts that Come from the Soul
Muslims often talk about the importance of being thankful. That’s not surprising since there are many instances of the words “thanks,” “thankful,” “grateful,” and “gratitude” being used in the Qur’an. …
Show your Gratitude Through Worship
The fundamental component of a person’s relationship with Allah is worship. As one’s heart is filled with gratitude to his benefactor, he expresses indebtedness, humility, and surrender to Him. This …
Thoughts on Thankfulness
How can we thank Almighty Allah for all His great blessings upon us? For sure we are unable to do so properly or adequately in any ultimate way, as His …