#Islamic Guidance

[kodiescove]

I wish I could go to my Mosque and talk to my Imam about how hard of a time I'm having coping with my molestation.

I know that therapy is like key here but I need spiritual guidance.

I need to hear something, anything about how Allah can help me, about how I can use my faith to help me heal. Some Quran or Hadith verses to soothe me. Something. Just.... just something....

I am alone with this. I am alone with my molestation like I have always been alone with my molestation for 12 years.... I am tired of being alone with it....

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Navigating the Sacred Path to Hajj: A Pilgrim's Companion

Hajj is more than just a journey—it’s a spiritual transformation. As one of the five pillars of Islam, it’s a deeply personal and profound experience that leaves an everlasting impact. During this holy month of Ramadan, many of us find ourselves reflecting on our faith and contemplating the sacred pilgrimage ahead. But even with extensive preparation, many pilgrims face unexpected challenges.…

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[deenemaan]

Allah guides whoever He wills to His light. And Allah sets forth parables for humanity. For Allah has ˹perfect˺ knowledge of all things.

Surah An-Nur Ayat 35

[draree]

“Sins lead to darkness in one's heart. Obedience to Allah is light, but disobedience to Allah is darkness. When one's darkness increases, one's confusion intensifies, until one falls blindly into the world of innovation and misguidance, just like a blind person walking alone at night. This darkness may become deeper and gradually shows up as dullness in the face of the sinner.”

Imam Ibnul Qayyim

[Book:- Spiritual Diseases and Its Cures]

[hamdosana]

How to give Naseeha(Advice)?

• Be sincere

• With humility

• With Wisdom

• With Empathy

• In private

• Without judgements

[varruthesarru]

The thunder and His sublime praise

I never understood why the thunder filled me with awe and this gut wrenching desire to call out my Lord. I came across this verse years later and understood my Lord had been calling me.

There is always a sign for the one who wants to see it

[deenanddubai]

When we commit a sin or make a mistake, feeling guilty is a natural response. However, Islam teaches us that guilt should not lead to despair, but rather to repentance and a renewed commitment to righteousness.🙌🏼✨

The Quran says: “Say, ‘O My servants who have transgressed against themselves, do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins. Indeed, it is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful.’” (39:53) ✨🥹

“The beauty of guilt is that, with accepted repentance, both sin and guilt are washed away, forgotten in the ocean of Allah’s forgiveness & Mercy.” ♥️✨

-Derived from the insightful words of Wasif Ali Wasif (RA)

[chashmenaaz]

We ask Allah al-Quddūs (The Pure) with the words of His beloved ﷺ

اَللّٰهُمَّ آتِ نَفْسِيْ تَقْوَاهَا ، وَزَكِّهَا أَنْتَ خَيْرُ مَنْ زَكَّاهَا ، أَنْتَ وَلِيُّهَا وَمَوْلَاهَا ، اَللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّىْ أَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنْ عِلْمٍ لَّا يَنْفَعُ ، وَمِنْ قَلْبٍ لَّا يَخْشَعُ ، وَمِنْ نَّفْسٍ لَّا تَشْبَعُ ، وَمِنْ دَعْوَةٍ لَّا يُسْتَجَابُ لَهَا

O Allah, grant my soul taqwā (piety) and purify it, for You are the Best of those who can purify it. You are its Protector and Master. O Allah, I seek Your protection from knowledge which does not benefit, a heart which does not submit, a soul which is not satisfied and a supplication which is not accepted.

(Muslim)

[kodiescove]

Hey Abrahamic religious side of Tumblr.

I have a un... a personal question about faith, that I'm going to ask everyone to be civil about about.

So as some of you may know, I am a Muslim revert. I am very new to the religion, but not to the jdea of Abrahamic religion(I was a Christian as a child)

I'm uh.... having a bit of trouble. Not in the idea of worshiping one God but more....

I see /so/ many different interpretations OF God, of the Quran, the ahadith(like.... supplemental writing that is supposed to have been the word of the prophet Mohammad pbuh) and it... makes me struggle.

I don't... I don't really know what to do with all these differing opinions?

Like, there are some that definitely appeal to me, and some that definitely don't. Obviously there's a part of me that wants to hold on to the parts that appeal to me and get rid of the parts that don't. But like.... I don't feel right doing that? But I also don't feel right saying the rights I DONT agree with are right, and the things I DO agree with are wrong because well.....

I'm not God.

God hasn't said these things to me, people have.

So it's like.... who's words do I trust? What's the right thing to believe in...?

How have you dealt with tbis..? What is your advice..?

[writcrwithin]

I'm not angry, mainly irritated with myself. That so much time has gone by and I still think about him. I run into his family a lot and it bothers me that they are going on with their lives and i'm still stuck in the past.

And despite that, I don't care.. What bothers me the most is how everytime I close my eyes I see his face. I see his smile. In every sujood I see him. And while in every prayer I ask Allah SWT to help me forget him, all I see is his face.

My only dua in this moment and during this Ramadan is that I pray his heart is holding onto me as my heart is holding on to him. I pray that he sees me everytime he closes his eyes the way that I see him. I pray that everytime he goes down in sujood, he thinks of me and sees me as I think of him.

I don't even mean this as a curse, but I want him to feel all that I am feeling.

Ya Allah, I pray that I am able to gracefully let him go. Please pray for me if you come across this post.

[deendrive]

7 Signs Allah Is Guiding You – A Spiritual Reminder for Difficult Times

Sometimes, life can feel overwhelming, and it may seem like things aren’t going the way we hope. But Allah works silently behind the scenes, guiding us through challenges, and sometimes the signs are more subtle than we realize.

In this video, I share 7 powerful signs that Allah might be guiding you, even when things feel uncertain. From unexpected obstacles to moments of peace during hardship, these signs are reminders of Allah’s presence in our lives.

Watch the video and discover these signs:

7 Signs Allah is Working Silently on Your Behalf

I also invite you to join our community on Discord where we share wisdom, support each other in our journeys, and deepen our faith together:

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[tabutesakina]

When the Majority Rules, But Truth Remains Silent: Unveiling the Deception of Consensus

In the journey of faith, reminders serve as both guidance and a safeguard. They keep us grounded, reminding us of the fundamental truths that govern our beliefs, not only in the seen world but in the unseen as well. For the followers of Ahlul Bayt, among the most significant of these truths is the Wilayat of Imam Ali (عليه السلام). It is a principle so integral to our faith that its acceptance is non-negotiable. Yet, despite its monumental importance, many stray from the path, either unknowingly or willfully.

The Foundation of Faith: The Wilayat of Imam Ali (عليه السلام)

Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (عليه السلام) said:

"إِنَّ إِكْمَالَ الدِّينِ فِي وِلَايَتِنَا وَالتَّبَرُّؤُ مِنْ أَعْدَائِنَا"

"The completion of faith lies in accepting our Wilayat and disassociating from our enemies."

(Source: Al-Kafi, Vol. 2, Hadith 23)

This hadith is not just a passing statement—it is the foundation of every believer’s relationship with Allah. Wilayat isn’t just a doctrine; it is the very essence that completes one’s faith. Without it, the foundation of one’s submission to Allah remains fractured, unable to bear the weight of true piety.

The Wilayat of Imam Ali (عليه السلام) is not merely a title or a symbolic gesture; it is a divine command, and to reject it is to reject the very fabric of Islam itself.

The Spiritual Peril of Rejecting Wilayat

Imam Ali (عليه السلام) himself warned:

"مَن جَحَدَ وِلَايَتِي بَعْدَ أَنْ يَعْرِفَهَا فَكَأَنَّهُ عَابَدٌ لِلْأَصْنَامِ وَمُشْرِكٌ بِاللَّهِ"

"He who rejects my Wilayat after recognizing it is like the one who has worshipped idols and associated partners with Allah."

(Source: Nahjul Balagha, Saying 108)

The weight of these words cannot be overstated. Rejecting the Wilayat of Imam Ali (عليه السلام) is not a mere intellectual disagreement; it is akin to the gravest form of spiritual rebellion. To deny him is to step outside the circle of those who truly adhere to Allah's will. This rejection is not just an act of ignorance but one of willful ignorance—an act that Allah does not take lightly.

Accountability on the Day of Judgment

The consequences of this rejection are not only felt in this world but also in the Hereafter. Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (عليه السلام) said:

"يُسْأَلُ النَّاسُ فِي يَوْمِ الْقِيَامَةِ عَنْ ثَلاثَةٍ: عَنْ الصَّلاةِ وَالزَّكَاةِ وَالْوِلَايَةِ، فَمَنْ قَبِلَ الْوِلَايَةَ وَفَاتَتْهُ الْأُخْرَيَيْنِ غُفِرَ لَهُ، وَمَنْ جَحَدَ الْوِلَايَةَ فَإِنَّ شَيْئًا لَا يَنْفَعُهُ"

"On the Day of Judgment, people will be asked about three things: prayer, zakat, and Wilayat. If they accept Wilayat but fall short in the other two, their shortcomings will be forgiven. But if they reject Wilayat, nothing else will benefit them."

(Source: Bihar al-Anwar, Vol. 27, Hadith 65)

This narration poignantly underscores the irreplaceable value of Wilayat. The Day of Judgment will be a moment where all deeds will be scrutinized, and it is the acceptance of Wilayat that will determine whether other deeds can bear fruit. To reject the guardianship of Imam Ali (عليه السلام) is to negate the very foundation of one’s faith, rendering all other acts of worship meaningless.

Wilayat: The Pillar of Islam

As Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (عليه السلام) emphasized,

"الإِسْلَامُ بُنِيَ عَلَى خَمْسَةٍ: عَلَى الصَّلَاةِ وَالزَّكَاةِ وَالصَّوْمِ وَالْحَجِّ وَالْوِلَايَةِ، وَلَمْ يُؤَكَّدْ شَيْءٌ مِّثْلَ الَّذِي فِي الْوِلَايَةِ"

"Islam is built on five pillars: prayer, fasting, zakat, Hajj, and Wilayat. None were emphasized as much as Wilayat."

(Source: Al-Kafi, Vol. 2, Hadith 18)

While prayer and fasting are undoubtedly essential, it is Wilayat that holds the foundation together. Without it, the pillars of Islam are like a structure built on shifting sands. Wilayat gives meaning to every act of worship, for it is only through the love and allegiance to the rightful successors of the Prophet (صلى الله عليه وآله) that our deeds can be validated in the eyes of Allah.

The Ark of Salvation: A Call to Hold Firm to the Right Path

The Prophet Muhammad (صلى الله عليه وآله) famously stated:

"مَثَلُ أَهْلِ بَيْتِي فِيكُمْ كَمَثَلِ فُؤَادِ نُوحٍ، مَن رَكِبَهَا نَجَا وَمَن تَخَلَّفَ عَنْهَا هَلَكَ"

"The example of my Ahlul Bayt among you is like the Ark of Noah: whoever embarks upon it is saved, and whoever turns away from it is drowned."

(Source: Bihar al-Anwar, Vol. 2, Page 275)

This profound analogy likens the Wilayat of Ahlul Bayt to the Ark of Noah—a vessel of salvation. Rejecting the guidance of the Ahlul Bayt, and specifically the Wilayat of Imam Ali (عليه السلام), is akin to abandoning the Ark, exposing oneself to spiritual peril and eternal loss.

The Harsh Reality of Denying Wilayat: A Sin Equivalent to Zina

Finally, the words of Imam Ali (عليه السلام) himself strike a chilling reminder of the importance of Wilayat in our prayers.

"مَن جَحَدَ وِلَايَتِي حَتَّى إِنْ صَلَّى صَلَاةَ الْأَنْبِيَاءِ وَصَامَ صِيَامَ الْمَلَائِكَةِ لَمْ يَتَقَبَّلْ اللَّهُ صَلَاتَهُ وَصِيَامَهُ، فَإِنَّهُ كَالَّذِي أَتَى الْكَعْبَةَ فَزَنَى فِي حَجَرِهَا"

"Whoever denies the Wilayat of Ali (عليه السلام), even if they perform prayers like the Prophets and fast like the angels, their prayers and fasting will not be accepted by Allah. Such a person is like the one who has committed zina (adultery) in the presence of the Kaaba."

(Source: Bihar al-Anwar, Vol. 27, Page 65)

This narration holds an undeniable gravity. The act of rejecting Imam Ali's (عليه السلام) Wilayat, even while performing the most essential acts of worship, is equated with one of the gravest sins: zina. In the context of the Kaaba—the most sacred site in Islam—this equivalence serves as a wake-up call. How can we stand before Allah with our hearts divided, denying His chosen leader, Imam Ali (عليه السلام), and still expect our worship to be accepted?

Conclusion: A Reminder to Stay True to the Right Path

This article is not simply a reminder for others but a reminder for myself above all. The Wilayat of Imam Ali (عليه السلام) is not a peripheral belief; it is the essence of our faith. We cannot claim allegiance to Allah while turning away from His chosen representative. As we navigate our lives, let us remain firmly anchored in the guidance of Wilayat. Let these reminders serve as beacons to keep us on the right path, ensuring that our faith is complete and our actions are accepted in the eyes of Allah.

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Sources and Further Reading:

1. Al-Kafi, Vol. 2 (Hadith 23, 18)

2. Nahjul Balagha (Saying 108)

3. Bihar al-Anwar, Vol. 27 (Hadith 65, Page 275)

For further study, you may explore reliable online sources such as Al-Islam.org or ShiaBooks.org. These platforms provide access to various Shia texts and scholarly resources on the teachings of Ahlul Bayt.

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Allah created stars and constellations as a guide for travelers

December 18 is the World Arabic Language Day, let us prepare to celebrate the Language of Quran by looking into the contribution of Arabs into the modern civilization. Its all started from the rich literature in form of Quran to science and technology to medicines and geography, astrology and space science, globe and pottery, architecture to history and above all the constitution for humanity. Arabs discovered everything and their contribution in every field is amazing and surprising because those are not disclosed and propagated by medium. This is a very big chapter. Presently we are discussing the creation of Universe by Allah.

1500 years ago, Allah revealed the purpose of the creation of the stars and constellations. Quran reveals, “And He is the One Who has made the stars as your guide through the darkness of land and sea. We have already made the signs clear for people who understands. (6:97)

Surprisingly, even today the sailors and pilots after using of both constellations, radars and compass for navigation the plane with passengers vanishes or lose its way. The reply is simple. Its Allah who guides us both in sea, land and space.  Verse (16:79) clearly reveals, “Do they not see the birds made to fly through the air in the sky? Nothing holds them up except Allah. There truly are signs in this for those who believe and understands”.

And if Allah misguides no one can guide. Its all beyond the control of humans although it seems so. And to Allah belong the unknown secrets of the Heavens and the Earth.” (11:123). “And with Him are the keys of the Unseen that no one knows except for Him.” (6:59).

“Say, O’ Muhammad(ﷺ) no one has knowledge of that which is hidden in the Heavens and the Earth except for Allah.” (27:65). O Prophet (ﷺ), you cannot grant guidance to whom you please. It is Allah Who guides those whom He will. He knows best who are amenable to guidance.(28:56)

[deenemaan]

And whoever Allah does not bless with light will have no light!

Surah An Nur Ayat 40