When the Prophet was asked what faith is, he replied, "Faith is patience." Everyone knows about the need for patience in the life of every person. This is the quality that helps to overcome all life's difficulties, to achieve the goals. Achievements in any field are always due to patience and hard work. But many people under the pressure of certain circumstances forget about it. They are impatient both with themselves and with other people.
The reason for this is the difference between theoretical knowledge and practical application. Like a smoker who knows about the dangers of smoking, but is in no hurry to quit. There must be not only awareness, but also determination. Therefore, patience must be nurtured and nurtured constantly. Only in this case will it develop and become the basis for overcoming adversity and difficulties.
Patience for a Muslim
For a non-believer, patience is just a means to overcome obstacles. For a faithful Muslim, this is an obligatory component of a pious life, which promises innumerable benefits in Paradise. ATThere are over 100 verses in the Qur'an about patience.
Allah said: "A person is impatient and intolerant in times of distress. And in goodness he becomes greedy. The only exceptions are those who perform prayer."
The Almighty sends trials to the believer not to make him feel bad. And so that he can show his best qualities, be patient and rely on the merciful Allah in everything. If a person steadfastly endures all difficulties, he will fully atone for his sins and appear before God already cleansed. This is how the mercy of Allah is expressed. If he wants to punish a person, then all suffering will fall on him on the Day of Judgment. This is why patience (sabr) is so important in Islam.
When to be patient?
Patience in Islam must be exercised constantly. It is necessary for performing prayer 5 times a day. Without it, abstinence during fasting is impossible. To perform Hajj, one must also show great patience. Yes, and in everyday life there will always be sources of irritation and discontent. Unpleasant deeds of people, natural disasters, illnesses, death of loved ones always happen. But one must constantly remember that Allah sends this as a mercy: "Troubles overtake only by the will of Allah." If a person is satisfied with the fate prepared for him, then the Almighty will be pleased with him.
You need to know that there is also unwanted patience. That which leads to non-observance of norms of behavior, religious omissions, dishonor andhumiliation. Islam says a lot about patience. This is done so that every true believer always understands what his actions lead to and what is the will of Allah. He must constantly pray and ask for the intercession of the Almighty and for the knowledge of his will.
Testing of the Faithful
When Allah is merciful to a person, he sends him trials. They come in two types:
1. Trials by disasters.
Many disasters can befall the faithful. But only by showing patience, in Islam, it is possible to receive a reward in Paradise. If a Muslim endures illness and does not complain, he is destined for heavenly blessings. If something happens to his property or family, he will also receive a reward. And its value depends on the test. With all the difficulties of life, a true believer should not complain. Only Allah should hear his prayer for forgiveness and help: "We belong to Allah and we return to him."
2. Trials of well-being.
Patience in Islam should be shown even with external well-being. Do not think that Allah does not test such a person. In adversity, the need for patience is evident. And with prosperity, it is necessary to get rid of pride. The faithful must remain submissive, and there is no greater test. It is easier to be righteous in poverty. Life itself speaks of the need to be patient. But when there is prosperity, there is pleasure and it is difficult to remain grateful and humble. Therefore, most of the inhabitants of Paradise are poor.
Types of patience
Ayahs about patience in Islam speak of its different types depending on the test.
- Patience in worship. Every person is born to worship the Great Allah. Therefore, he needs constancy to perform righteous deeds and religious activities. Examples are daily prayers, performing the Hajj: "Be patient with those who call on their God in the morning and evening."
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Forbearance in refusing to commit sins. The faithful must renounce sinful inclinations. He needs patience and consistency to avoid temptations, although they are desirable: "Be patient and Allah will reward you."
- Patience in adversity and misfortune. When trouble comes, a person should thank God that he did not get into an even more difficult situation. Nobody is immune from trials. Most of all, Allah tested the prophets and the righteous. All of them showed patience and diligence in accepting his will and took their rightful place in Paradise. If a person becomes angry and angry at the predestined, then by this he will incur the wrath of the Almighty. Even with the death of a loved one, one should not show excessive emotionality. Tearing your clothes and hair, sobbing and screaming loudly is unacceptable. There is a place for grief at loss. But we must remember that death is the door to eternal life: "Righteous are those who showed patience in sickness, calamity and battles."
- Patience towards people. Even the closest people can be a source of anxietyand irritation. In this case, patience in Islam implies the absence of anger and resentment. You can not humiliate a person, neglect him. It is necessary to refrain from gossip and denigration of the pedigree. Patience is best manifested when a person can punish the one who offended him, but forgives him: "If someone shows patience and forgives, then you need to be decisive in this."
Statuses about patience in Islam
Because of its importance in religion, patience is mentioned in many hadiths. All the prophets and righteous spoke about its necessity and significance. Everything that happens to a believer is only for his good: "If a believer has joy, he gives thanks. If there is trouble, he suffers, and this is his good."
It happens that anger takes possession of a person. This is a destructive passion, and one must remember the words of the Prophet: "When anger takes possession of me, the best thing for me is a drink of patience."
To overcome obstacles and achieve the goal, you need to show humility and constancy. You need to trust in the mercy of Allah and his intercession: "Without patience there is no victory, without difficulties - relief, without loss - gain."
In all life's vicissitudes, you must be persistent. Nothing happens without the knowledge of Allah. He knows better what kind of test a believer needs: "Only when trouble comes, will a person's patience be known."
How to become patient?
Patience does not mean inaction. It is diligence in achieving the goal. The best way to show patience in Islam is through prayer. It is necessary to ask Allah for help in realizing the frailty of this world and the fact that everything will return to it. It is necessary to be convinced that the Almighty will always help, and after difficulties, relief will come.
We need to think about patience and follow those who show it. Allah is merciful, and in everything there is his wisdom. You can only complain to the Almighty and trust only in him.
If the believer sticks to this, he will soon reap the fruits of his diligence and patience. He will turn away from anger and vexation of the spirit, sorrow will leave him. And Allah will reward him for all the hardships and difficulties that he had to overcome.
