Invidious

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Bismillāhir-Raḥmānir-Raḥīm, (In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful) Some sincere advice for Muslims: If our goal is to convey Islam sincerely and purely, endless disputes are not the way. Such conflicts only please Satan, while a true believer seeks only Allah’s pleasure. Allah says: “And seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, it is difficult except for the humble.”— (Al-Baqarah, 2:45) A Muslim should only undertake this mission after developing themselves — cultivating genuine patience, responding kindly rather than harshly, and embracing politeness and understanding. Until reaching this level, one should strive patiently and prepare themselves. Worshiping Allah as if you see Him represents the highest level of spiritual excellence (ihsan). This mission falls within that realm. As the Prophet (ﷺ) said: “Worship Allah as though you see Him; and if you cannot see Him, know that He sees you.”— (Hadith Jibril, Sahih Muslim) Allah commands us to reflect on our deeds for the Hereafter: “O you who have believed, fear Allah. Let every soul look to what it has prepared for tomorrow—and fear Allah. Indeed, Allah is Acquainted with what you do.”— (Al-Hashr, 59:18) The true test of character in da’wah and dialogue appears not when all goes smoothly, but when we face harsh words, disrespect, or ignorance. The prophetic example guides us to respond calmly and with dignity. Our aim is not to “win” arguments, but to seek Allah’s pleasure. The Prophet (ﷺ) reminded us: “True patience is at the first strike of calamity.”— (Bukhari & Muslim) The Qur’an further illustrates this: “And the servants of the Most Merciful are those who walk humbly upon the earth, and when the ignorant address them harshly, they respond with words of peace.”— (Al-Furqan, 25:63) “Repel evil with that which is best...”— ( Fussilat, 41:34) “If a whisper from Satan touches you, seek refuge in Allah. Indeed, He is the Hearing, the Knowing.”— (Al-A’raf, 7:200) These teachings remind us that our role is not to overpower others, but to mirror the prophetic qualities: calmness, forgiveness, principled behavior, and focus on Allah’s pleasure. Zikr (remembrance) holds a special place in this journey; it means seeking refuge in Allah, uniting the heart with Him, and making patience easier through His support. “O you who have believed, when you encounter a company [from the enemy], stand firm and remember Allah often, that you may succeed.”— (Al-Anfal, 8:45) “Those who have believed and whose hearts find peace in the remembrance of Allah. Truly, hearts find peace only through the remembrance of Allah.”— (Ar-Ra’d, 13:28) There is no greater relief than entrusting your affairs and difficulties to Allah. With Him as your Guardian (Wakil), everything becomes easier. A believer’s heart finds tranquility in trusting Him. Hasbunallahu wa ni‘mal-Wakil “Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best Disposer of affairs.”— (Al-Imran, 3:173) Ni‘mal-Mawla wa ni‘man-Nasir “What an excellent Protector and Helper!”— (Al-Anfal, 8:40) These words were uttered by the Prophets and companions in the face of hardship. Through sincere tawakkul (trust), Allah’s help arrives. The powerful dhikr “La hawla wa la quwwata illa billah” — “There is no power nor strength except with Allah” — is called a treasure from the treasures of Paradise in hadith. And the verse from Surah At-Tawbah reminds us: “If they turn away, say: Allah is sufficient for me; there is no deity except Him. I rely on Him, and He is the Lord of the Mighty Throne.”— (At-Tawbah, 9:129) Our duty is clearly stated in the Qur’an: “Invite to the way of your Lord with wisdom and good instruction, and argue with them in a way that is best.”— (An-Nahl, 16:125) Our mission is to embody patience, kindness, humility, and trust in Allah while conveying Islam. In every hardship and encounter, remember the words of the Qur’an and Sunnah. Let your actions reflect the mercy and wisdom of the Prophet (ﷺ), seeking always the pleasure of Allah above all else. (Kindly review the above carefully.)

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