I’m really happy for you, and congratulations on graduating! What’s truly inspiring is the steadfastness and patience (Sabr) you’ve shown, which has now borne its beautiful fruit (Samr). May Allah bless you with many more happy moments like this in your life.
Speaking of Sabr, I’d like to share with you a story about Imam Musa Kazim (AS). Imam Musa Kazim spent many years imprisoned unjustly, yet despite his difficult circumstances, he remained patient and never wavered in his trust in Allah. When people came to him asking for prayers, his duas were always answered. One day, a fellow prisoner asked why he didn’t make dua for his own release. Imam Musa Kazim (AS) replied, “I have thought about it. If I were released, what would I do? I would give thanks (Shukr) to Allah. But here, in my state of Sabr, I am already doing what Allah asks of me.” Imam Musa Kazim (AS) preferred the state of Sabr over Shukr, recognizing that patience brought him closer to Allah in that moment.
In the Quran, Allah says, “Indeed, Allah is with the Sabireen (the patient)” (2:153), but no such ayah exists for the Shakireen (the grateful). While Shukr holds its own high station, Sabr has a unique place of closeness to Allah. May you always find strength in your Sabr, and may it continue to bring you countless blessings.
thank you so much! and subhanallah... wow. what a beautiful story. i want to be like him, the first thing i would pray for is to escape lol. jazakallah khair for sharing that with me, i was really just staring at the words like 'wow......'. i'm officially inspired. and Allahumma Ameen, may you also always find strength in your sabr as well, Ameen ♡
but what about the verses, 'Thus do We reward him who is grateful' (54:36) and 'Be grateful to Allah: and whoso is grateful, is grateful only for the good of his own soul. And whoso is ungrateful, then surely Allah is Self-Sufficient, Praiseworthy' (31:13)? these mention the shakireen, no?
Alhamdulillah, I’m so glad the story touched your heart! Imam Musa Kazim’s (AS) depth of patience is truly inspiring, and it’s beautiful that you’re reflecting on it.
As for the verses you mentioned, you’re absolutely right—gratitude (Shukr) is highly emphasized in the Quran. Allah rewards the Shakireen, as mentioned in those beautiful verses. Shukr brings immense blessings, and it is a great station in Islam. Being grateful benefits our souls, and through it, we acknowledge that all good comes from Allah.
However, what’s unique about Sabr is the closeness to Allah it creates during trials. When we are tested and patient, Allah says, “Indeed, Allah is with the Sabireen.” It’s that direct connection—Allah being with us in our hardship—that is so profound. While Shukr brings reward, Sabr draws us nearer to Him in ways that refine our inner strength and reliance on Him alone.
Both Sabr and Shukr have their own maqams, and they’re both crucial. In moments of ease, we respond with Shukr; in moments of trial, we turn to Sabr. It’s a beautiful balance that shapes our journey.
Jazakillah khair for reflecting on this and sharing those ayat. May Allah grant us both hearts filled with gratitude and patience, and may He always be with us through every state. Ameen! ♡
ahhhh i see what you mean now. thank you for expanding and clarifying :) subhanallah, that connection is both beautiful and profound - you're so right. jazakallah khair
Assalamu Alaikum, super happy for you! I pray Allah blesses you with many happy joyous moments like these. My heart was so full reading this, Allahumma barik. May Allah heal you and preserve your family. Amin Amin.
Loved what your mom said about Prophet Yusuf’s father. Never thought about it that way. Jazakillah khairan.
i loved reading this post soo much 😭 it had such a calm feeling to it like a mother narrating a story to her children 💗 Allahuma barik! I will keep you in my prayers sister. I will pray for your ease in sha Allah. I will pray for the love you manifest for both of your parents even if both of them are miles apart from you in sha Allah ✨ even if I don’t know you fully, but with your sabr you practice, I know for sure Allah will grant you your sweet fruit. a seed doesn’t cultivate into a tree overnight. it takes months of patience and care. 🫶🏻 but eventually it will extend its roots, elongate its trunk and emerge its branches and leaves and sweet succulent fruits will hang. ❤️
this is *so* kind of you to say omg! the part about a mother narrating it to her children ahhh my heart 🥹 thank you so much. jazakallah khair ♡
such profound words, thank you for sharing these with me :') may you also have your innermost dreams manifested with the sweetest, succulent fruits too as a reward for your sabr too, Allahumma Ameen :) sending so much love
subhanallah the way your articulate yourself makes it clear how deeply reflective you are, how in touch you are with your feelings and thoughts allahumma barik. thank you for sharing your experience - made me realise that we tend to brush over simple blessings of life without taking time to ever truly appreciate them. it takes a lot of strength to come out here and be vulnerable, and you’ve balanced that so perfectly with a lesson in sabr as well. there is so much to learn from the sabr you’ve displayed in your life and continue to practice. absolutely beautiful 🤍
this is so sweet of you to say, it really touched me. jazakallah khair for your kind words :'( it means so much to me ! thank you for reading and reflecting ♡
This post felt like such a warm hug 🥹🥹 May Allah make it easier for you and bless you immensely Ameen, thank you for being such a beacon of hope for myself mashallah!! More power to you <3
Thank you for opening up about your childhood - it’s so personal and vulnerable to share details about yourself with an audience. But I’m glad you did! I want to restack so many quotes, I don’t know where to start 😅 masha Allah, allahumma barik, on your graduation, as well as the moments of happiness and peace you got with your parents. Perhaps they are things that someone who have their parents together might take for granted but that doesn’t make your experience any less precious for you. I read a comment on a funny ig reel the other day that said something like “happiness is when a family laughs together” and I think that’s so true. And I’m glad you got to have that in some form. Sending much love 💕
that quote is so beautiful, it makes me even more glad to have had that brief but joyous moment :') alhamdulillah. sending soooo much love right back at you <3
Thank you for sharing your personal story and the inspiration behind SabrGirl. The story of Prophet Yusuf (AS) truly is a guiding light, showing us what patience and resilience look like in the life of a human being. Your words made me reflect on the many blessings I’ve received in my own life. I pray that you continue to embody the essence of sabr and become a guiding light for those who need it most.
Your reflections on patience (sabr) and trust in Allah (tawakkul) are deeply inspiring. your journey and growth in sabr and tawakkul are evident and motivating.
Thank you for sharing these heartfelt reminders and your personal experiences. It's a powerful message that encourages us all to find solace in our faith and trust in Allah's plan.
May your new course at uni be filled with success and blessings. And to all your new subscribers, welcome to this wonderful journey with SabrGirl! Sending you all love and prayers.
this is very kind of you :) this was a very heartwarming comment to read, alhamdulillah. jazakallah khair and may Allah bless you. thank you for your comforting and kind words :)
Salaam,
I’m really happy for you, and congratulations on graduating! What’s truly inspiring is the steadfastness and patience (Sabr) you’ve shown, which has now borne its beautiful fruit (Samr). May Allah bless you with many more happy moments like this in your life.
Speaking of Sabr, I’d like to share with you a story about Imam Musa Kazim (AS). Imam Musa Kazim spent many years imprisoned unjustly, yet despite his difficult circumstances, he remained patient and never wavered in his trust in Allah. When people came to him asking for prayers, his duas were always answered. One day, a fellow prisoner asked why he didn’t make dua for his own release. Imam Musa Kazim (AS) replied, “I have thought about it. If I were released, what would I do? I would give thanks (Shukr) to Allah. But here, in my state of Sabr, I am already doing what Allah asks of me.” Imam Musa Kazim (AS) preferred the state of Sabr over Shukr, recognizing that patience brought him closer to Allah in that moment.
In the Quran, Allah says, “Indeed, Allah is with the Sabireen (the patient)” (2:153), but no such ayah exists for the Shakireen (the grateful). While Shukr holds its own high station, Sabr has a unique place of closeness to Allah. May you always find strength in your Sabr, and may it continue to bring you countless blessings.
Wasalaam
wa alaikum salam wa rahmatullah :)
thank you so much! and subhanallah... wow. what a beautiful story. i want to be like him, the first thing i would pray for is to escape lol. jazakallah khair for sharing that with me, i was really just staring at the words like 'wow......'. i'm officially inspired. and Allahumma Ameen, may you also always find strength in your sabr as well, Ameen ♡
but what about the verses, 'Thus do We reward him who is grateful' (54:36) and 'Be grateful to Allah: and whoso is grateful, is grateful only for the good of his own soul. And whoso is ungrateful, then surely Allah is Self-Sufficient, Praiseworthy' (31:13)? these mention the shakireen, no?
Wa alaikum salam wa rahmatullah ♡
Alhamdulillah, I’m so glad the story touched your heart! Imam Musa Kazim’s (AS) depth of patience is truly inspiring, and it’s beautiful that you’re reflecting on it.
As for the verses you mentioned, you’re absolutely right—gratitude (Shukr) is highly emphasized in the Quran. Allah rewards the Shakireen, as mentioned in those beautiful verses. Shukr brings immense blessings, and it is a great station in Islam. Being grateful benefits our souls, and through it, we acknowledge that all good comes from Allah.
However, what’s unique about Sabr is the closeness to Allah it creates during trials. When we are tested and patient, Allah says, “Indeed, Allah is with the Sabireen.” It’s that direct connection—Allah being with us in our hardship—that is so profound. While Shukr brings reward, Sabr draws us nearer to Him in ways that refine our inner strength and reliance on Him alone.
Both Sabr and Shukr have their own maqams, and they’re both crucial. In moments of ease, we respond with Shukr; in moments of trial, we turn to Sabr. It’s a beautiful balance that shapes our journey.
Jazakillah khair for reflecting on this and sharing those ayat. May Allah grant us both hearts filled with gratitude and patience, and may He always be with us through every state. Ameen! ♡
ahhhh i see what you mean now. thank you for expanding and clarifying :) subhanallah, that connection is both beautiful and profound - you're so right. jazakallah khair
Allahumma Ameen!
Assalamu Alaikum, super happy for you! I pray Allah blesses you with many happy joyous moments like these. My heart was so full reading this, Allahumma barik. May Allah heal you and preserve your family. Amin Amin.
Loved what your mom said about Prophet Yusuf’s father. Never thought about it that way. Jazakillah khairan.
wa alaikum salam wa rahmatullah ♡ thank you so much :’) !! jazakallah khair. may Allah heal you and preserve your family even more, Ameen!
this post made me smile ear to ear and cry 😭 may Allah keep you happy and bless you, Ameen!<3
:’)))) Ameen and you too ♡
I love the grab a blessing section you include in your blog postings 🥺
alhamdulillah :')
i loved reading this post soo much 😭 it had such a calm feeling to it like a mother narrating a story to her children 💗 Allahuma barik! I will keep you in my prayers sister. I will pray for your ease in sha Allah. I will pray for the love you manifest for both of your parents even if both of them are miles apart from you in sha Allah ✨ even if I don’t know you fully, but with your sabr you practice, I know for sure Allah will grant you your sweet fruit. a seed doesn’t cultivate into a tree overnight. it takes months of patience and care. 🫶🏻 but eventually it will extend its roots, elongate its trunk and emerge its branches and leaves and sweet succulent fruits will hang. ❤️
this is *so* kind of you to say omg! the part about a mother narrating it to her children ahhh my heart 🥹 thank you so much. jazakallah khair ♡
such profound words, thank you for sharing these with me :') may you also have your innermost dreams manifested with the sweetest, succulent fruits too as a reward for your sabr too, Allahumma Ameen :) sending so much love
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subhanallah the way your articulate yourself makes it clear how deeply reflective you are, how in touch you are with your feelings and thoughts allahumma barik. thank you for sharing your experience - made me realise that we tend to brush over simple blessings of life without taking time to ever truly appreciate them. it takes a lot of strength to come out here and be vulnerable, and you’ve balanced that so perfectly with a lesson in sabr as well. there is so much to learn from the sabr you’ve displayed in your life and continue to practice. absolutely beautiful 🤍
this is so sweet of you to say, it really touched me. jazakallah khair for your kind words :'( it means so much to me ! thank you for reading and reflecting ♡
This post felt like such a warm hug 🥹🥹 May Allah make it easier for you and bless you immensely Ameen, thank you for being such a beacon of hope for myself mashallah!! More power to you <3
that’s so sweet of you to say :’) !! Ameen and you as well, Ameen ♡
Thank you for opening up about your childhood - it’s so personal and vulnerable to share details about yourself with an audience. But I’m glad you did! I want to restack so many quotes, I don’t know where to start 😅 masha Allah, allahumma barik, on your graduation, as well as the moments of happiness and peace you got with your parents. Perhaps they are things that someone who have their parents together might take for granted but that doesn’t make your experience any less precious for you. I read a comment on a funny ig reel the other day that said something like “happiness is when a family laughs together” and I think that’s so true. And I’m glad you got to have that in some form. Sending much love 💕
thank you so much :') you're the sweetest ♡
that quote is so beautiful, it makes me even more glad to have had that brief but joyous moment :') alhamdulillah. sending soooo much love right back at you <3
May Allah SWT make it easy for you❤️.
Ameen and you too ♡
Thank you for sharing your personal story and the inspiration behind SabrGirl. The story of Prophet Yusuf (AS) truly is a guiding light, showing us what patience and resilience look like in the life of a human being. Your words made me reflect on the many blessings I’ve received in my own life. I pray that you continue to embody the essence of sabr and become a guiding light for those who need it most.
Your reflections on patience (sabr) and trust in Allah (tawakkul) are deeply inspiring. your journey and growth in sabr and tawakkul are evident and motivating.
Thank you for sharing these heartfelt reminders and your personal experiences. It's a powerful message that encourages us all to find solace in our faith and trust in Allah's plan.
May your new course at uni be filled with success and blessings. And to all your new subscribers, welcome to this wonderful journey with SabrGirl! Sending you all love and prayers.
Take care and stay blessed. :)
this is very kind of you :) this was a very heartwarming comment to read, alhamdulillah. jazakallah khair and may Allah bless you. thank you for your comforting and kind words :)