In this temporary world, every soul must go
through certain trials. Pains, losses, illnesses, uncertainties, and injustices
are not things out of the ordinary, but rather elements that form part of life
on earth. Allah has informed us that this worldly life is a field of trials,
destined to reveal the sincerity of our faith and the depth of our submission.
A true believer will not be content merely seeking the comfort of Paradise, but
will make every effort to draw closer to Allah Himself, Who is the Master of
Paradise. In the Qur’an, Allah says:
“We will certainly test you with
a touch of fear and famine and loss of property, life, and crops. But give good
tidings to the patient.” (Al-Baqara 2: 156)
To be a Muslim means to submit oneself entirely
to the will of Allah. It is not merely a religious affiliation, but a posture
that one must adopt in daily life, in all intentions and actions – this
submission must permeate one’s entire life. One must become like the soul that
recognises it belongs to Allah, its Creator, and that everything – whether
happiness or hardship – comes from Him.
“Say: Indeed, my prayer, my rites of sacrifice, my living and my dying are for Allah, Lord of the worlds.” (Al-Anam 6: 163)