Some days ago I heard this story, was impressed and decided to share with You All. Its writer is Turkish. I translated it and Hope You’ll like it :)
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An old woman, placed a hundred years cup carefully up the hall showcase which she had bought from the store of antique items. Cup’s shape, engravings on it and colours said it was a work of art. Remembered the sum; no, it was not expensive at all.
She kept looking at the cup in wonder. Suddenly, the cup came to speak and said to the woman;
“I see that you are looking at me admiringly. But, you should know that I was not always like this. The hardships that I took made me like this.
The woman was in surprise now. The cup in front of her was talking!
The old woman stammers: “How? I don’t understand?” could say.
“I want to say that once I was just a piece of mud and a craftsman came. Took me, crushed, beat and kneaded me. Couldn’t bear all these and shouted:
“Enough! Please, stop it!”
But the craftsman was just smiling and said; “Not yet!”
“Then he took me and put on a board. There I turned, turned, turned and felt dizzy. Finally, shouted again:
“I beg you, bring me off this board. I don’t want to turn on this board, again!”
But the artisan looked at me and smiled:
“Not yet!”
“After a while, He took me and put into a stove. Closed the door and increased the heat. Now I could see Him through the window of the stove. The stove got warmer gradually. I thought: “He’ll burn me”
I began hitting the walls. On the other hand shouted:
“Master, master! I beg you, let me get out of here!”
I could see his face through the window. Still was smiling and said “Not yet!”
After an hour, opened the stove and took me out of there. Now I could breath easily, I was rescued from the heat of the stove. He put me on the table and brought a brush and paint.
He began to touch me with the painted brush. The brush was all around me and I was tickled.
“Please, master! I beg you, it is tickling me.” His answer was the same: “Not yet!”
Then He took me carefully and began to walk towards the stove again. I was frightened. “No! Don’t put me into the stove again, pleaasseeee!”, I shouted.
He opened the stove, pushed me and closed the door. Increased the heat twice as it was before. “This time He’ll really burn
When I thought that I was about to give my last breath, that time the door was opened and Master’s thin hand took me out the stove. I took a deep breath, I met coolness after a long absence. He put me up the shelf and said:
“Now, you are what I wanted. Would you like to see yourself?”
I said ‘’Yes’’.
He brought a mirror and put it in front of me. I couldn’t believe what I saw. I looked into mirror again again and said: “This is not me. I am just a piece of mud.”
“Yes, this is you.” Said the Master. The things that you thought like pain and distress made you a perfect cup.
If I didn’t work on you when you were a piece of mud, you would have got dried and disappeared.
If I didn’t put you on a rotating table, you would have been dust.
If I didn’t put you into a stove, you would have been blowed up. If I didn’t paint you, you would not have got colour in your life.
But you got the real strength and power after a second stove.
Now you have everything on you that I wanted.”
And I- a coffee cup, got surprised at the words going out of my mouth:
“My Master! Forgive me that I didn’t trust in You!
I thought You would do harm to me.
I could not think that You would do goodness and love me more than I do myself
My way of thinking was narrow, but now I see that You changed me into a great piece of art.
Thank You for giving me The things that I saw like pain and hardships.
Thank YOU!
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Master shapes the cup, Creator shapes the man (human),
Enough that we can see the wisdom inside pain.
“Whatever comes from You is delightful” - If we could only learn to say this…
Wisdom...The story of a cup
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Most beautiful thing for me yesterday
I had always thought that babies didn't understand anything. And they just need to eat, drink and sleep and play. Want to be in her or his mom's arms. But this had been until I became a mother myself. Actually I am wrong. They understand and remember everything. But they react different. There are lots of things that I can write maybe post by post. But yesterday I had really a great feeling. I had really bad back pain. And alhamdulillah my mother was here. And how much I tried to lie down silently, my daughter began to cry when she saw me like that. She tried to climb up near me. Finally, my mom put her near me. And there was really a surprising thing. She put her head or face on my face and did as she was kissing me. She did it twice thrice. After I said 'I am ok' she became quiet. I was so happy:) and she is a year, alhamdulillah. How much moms become tired it doesn't matter when they see their babies smiling,caring.
May Allah protect and save our children. Amen!
Da'wah - Calling others to Islam ☪
(I've got an interesting topic from one of my friends. Alhamdulillah, very useful for everyone. Thankful to that sister, too :) ...)
Praise be to Allaah.Allaah created man and caused him to dwell on this earth, but He did not forsake him. Rather He gave him what he needs of food, drink and clothing, and revealed to him throughout the ages a path to follow and be guided by. The interests and happiness of mankind at every time and in every place depend upon following the path of Allaah and rejecting all others:
“And verily, this (i.e. Allaah’s Commandments mentioned in the above two Verses 151 and 152) is My straight path, so follow it, and follow not (other) paths, for they will separate you away from His path. This He has ordained for you that you may become Al-Muttaqoon (the pious)”
[al-An’aam 6:153 – interpretation of the meaning]
Islam is the last of the heavenly religions and the Qur’aan is the last of the heavenly Books. Hadhrati Muhammad (sas)(peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) is the last of the Prophets and Messengers. Allaah commanded him to convey this religion to all of mankind:
“this Qur’aan has been revealed to me that I may therewith warn you and whomsoever it may reach”[al-An’aam 6:18]
Allaah sent His Messenger Muhammad (sas) (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) with Islam to all of mankind, as Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):
“Say (O Muhammad): ‘O mankind! Verily, I am sent to you all as the Messenger of Allaah’”[al-A’raaf 7:158]
Da’wah or calling others to Islam is the best of deeds, because it involves guiding people to the Straight Path and to that which will bring them happiness in this world and in the Hereafter:
“And who is better in speech than he who [says: ‘My Lord is Allaah (believes in His Oneness),’ and then stands firm (acts upon His Order), and] invites (men) to Allaah’s (Islamic Monotheism), and does righteous deeds, and says: ‘I am one of the Muslims.’”
[Fussilat 41:33 – interpretation of the meaning]
Calling others to Islam is an honourable mission. This is the work of the Prophets and Messengers. The Messenger (sas) (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) explained that his mission in life, and the mission of his followers, is to call people to Allaah.
Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):
“Say (O Muhammad): ‘This is my way; I invite unto Allaah (i.e. to the Oneness of Allaah — Islamic Monotheism) with sure knowledge, I and whosoever follows me (also must invite others to Allaah, i.e. to the Oneness of Allaah — Islamic Monotheism with sure knowledge). And Glorified and Exalted be Allaah (above all that they associate as partners with Him). And I am not of the Mushrikoon (polytheists, pagans, idolaters and disbelievers in the Oneness of Allaah; those who worship others along with Allaah or set up rivals or partners to Allaah)’”[Yoosuf 12:108]
The Muslims in general and the scholars in particular are commanded to call people to Islam, as Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):
“Let there arise out of you a group of people inviting to all that is good (Islam), enjoining Al-Ma‘roof (i.e. Islamic Monotheism and all that Islam orders one to do) and forbidding Al-Munkar (polytheism and disbelief and all that Islam has forbidden). And it is they who are the successful”
[Aal ‘Imraan 3:104]
The Prophet (sas) (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Convey from me even if it is (only) one aayah.” (Narrated by al-Bukhaari, 3461)
Calling people to Allaah is an important task and a glorious mission, because it means calling people to worship Allaah alone. It means bringing them forth from darkness to the light, planting goodness in the place of evil and truth in the place of falsehood. Hence whoever does this needs to have knowledge, understanding, patience, forbearance, gentleness and kindness. He needs to give of his wealth and of himself, and he needs to understand people’s circumstances and habits.
Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):
“Invite (mankind, O Muhammad) to the way of your Lord (i.e. Islam) with wisdom (i.e. with the Divine Revelation and the Qur’aan) and fair preaching, and argue with them in a way that is better. Truly, your Lord knows best who has gone astray from His path, and He is the Best Aware of those who are guided” [al-Nahl 16:125]
Allaah blessed His Messenger with the words (interpretation of the meaning):
“And by the Mercy of Allaah, you dealt with them gently. And had you been severe and harsh-hearted, they would have broken away from about you; so pass over (their faults), and ask (Allaah’s) forgiveness for them; and consult them in the affairs” [Aal ‘Imraan 3:159]
The daa’iyah (caller) may be faced with debates in his da’wah activities, especially with thePeople of the Book. Allaah has commanded us, if it reaches the point of debate, to debate in a manner that is better, which is with kindness and gentleness, explaining the principles of Islam as they came, pure and simple, in a kindly manner and with no element of compulsion.
Allaah says (interpretation of the meaning):
“And argue not with the people of the Scripture (Jews and Christians), unless it be in (a way) that is better (with good words and in good manner, inviting them to Islamic Monotheism with His Verses), except with such of them as do wrong; and say (to them): ‘We believe in that which has been revealed to us and revealed to you; our Ilaah (God) and your Ilaah (God) is One (i.e. Allaah), and to Him we have submitted (as Muslims)’”
[al-‘Ankaboot 29:46]
Calling people to Allaah is a virtuous deed which brings great reward. The Prophet (sas) (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “Whoever calls others to guidance will have a reward like the rewards of those who follow him, without that detracting from their reward in any way. And whoever calls others to misguidance will have a burden of sin like the burden of those who follow him, without that detracting from their burden in any way.”
(Narrated by Muslim, 2674)
If building a physical structure needs effort and patience until it is complete, then building souls and guiding them to the truth also needs patience and sacrifice. The Messenger (Sas) (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) called people to Islam, patiently bearing the persecution of the kuffaar, Jews and hypocrites. They made fun of him and disbelieved in him; they insulted him and threw stones at him; they said that he was a sorcerer or a madman; they accused him of being a poet or a soothsayer – but He (sas)(peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) bore all that with patience until Allaah granted him victory and caused His religion to prevail.
So the daa’iyah must follow his example:
“So be patient (O Muhammad). Verily, the Promise of Allaah is true; and let not those who have no certainty of Faith discourage you from conveying Allaah’s Message (which you are obliged to convey)
[al-Room 30:60 – interpretation of the meaning]
The Muslims must follow the example and guidance of their Messenger and call others to Islam, bearing insults and harm with patience for the sake of Allaah, as their Messenger (sas) (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) did: “Indeed in the Messenger of Allaah (Muhammad) you have a good example to follow for him who hopes for (the Meeting with) Allaah and the Last Day, and remembers Allaah much”
[al-Ahzaab 33:21 – interpretation of the meaning]
The well-being and happiness of this ummah are only to be found in following this religion. Hence Allaah commanded us to convey the message to all of mankind, as He says (interpretation of the meaning):
“This (Qur’aan) is a Message for mankind (and a clear proof against them), in order that they may be warned thereby, and that they may know that He is the only One Ilaah (God — Allaah) — (none has the right to be worshipped but Allaah) — and that men of understanding may take heed. [Ibraaheem 14:52]
Work and Get
-Take this wood and come with me,-said the teacher.
None of the students protested. But one of them:
-This wood is very heavy to carry, if youallowed me, I would like to cut a little, said.
The teacher agreed. And he cut a little off the wood. Then they continued their way.But they hadn't gone far when the student turned towards the teacher again with the same question:
-This wood is very hard, if you permitted me, I would like to cut a little more, - said.
The teacher didn't protest again and the student cut his wood off. After a while they met a valley in front of them and the teacher said to his students:
-Now everyone, be ready to cross the valley with the wood,-said.
And everybody could cross the valley except the student who cut his wood again and again. So, if there is no work or hardship, then there is no any ''harvest'' or 'award' for this...
Preparation...HOW?
A young man named Yousuf came to visit Hatam-i A'sam, an islamic scholar, with his friends. During the talk Hatam was asked:
-How do you prepare for a prayer?
And He answered: -Before a prayer I imagine the heaven on my right side, and the hell on my left. Sirat (the bridge) under my feet, and of course the scale that our deeds will be put on, in front of my eyes. Imagine Azrail (as) behind me waiting to take my soul as soon as I finish my prayer. One more thing is... Allah sees my body and heart every second even if I don't see Him.
Yousuf in surprise:
-How long have you been praying like this? -he asked.
Hatam:
-More than twenty (20) years, -He answered.
*What a wonderful preparation, isn't it? Hope you liked it, and hope you don't only read, but leave your thoughts down below too :)
-How do you prepare for a prayer?
And He answered: -Before a prayer I imagine the heaven on my right side, and the hell on my left. Sirat (the bridge) under my feet, and of course the scale that our deeds will be put on, in front of my eyes. Imagine Azrail (as) behind me waiting to take my soul as soon as I finish my prayer. One more thing is... Allah sees my body and heart every second even if I don't see Him.
Yousuf in surprise:
-How long have you been praying like this? -he asked.
Hatam:
-More than twenty (20) years, -He answered.
*What a wonderful preparation, isn't it? Hope you liked it, and hope you don't only read, but leave your thoughts down below too :)
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Useful things to know ✔
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(from different hadiths)
1) The benefits of children's crying
There are many benefits of children's crying. They have dampness in their brain, if that dampness stays inside the brain, it can cause the loss of eyesight and other damages. Crying can make the dampness out of the brain, so that their body and eyes become healthy. Sometimes we see that children relax after they cry, but parents don't know it. They try to calm the children and plan everything according to their (children's) desire so that they will not cry. Whereas, crying is more recommended.
2) Sneezing of the patient is the sign of recover and comfortableness of the body.
3) Sneezing is useful for the whole body but in case it is not over 3 times. If so, then it is sign of illness.
4) If the people knew how useful is to brush (clean) the teeth, they would keep it even while sleeping.
5) Clean your teeth, it gives light (noor) to your eyes, eliminates phlegm and increases the intellect.
6) Three things eliminate absent-mindedness and give strong memory : to read Qur'an, to brush (clean) the teeth and keep fasting.
7) Eat an apple. It cleans the stomach.
8) Drink water by sipping not directly. It can cause the ache of the liver.
9) To eat many eggs and to bring it into habit can cause spleen disease and stomach storm (flatulence).
There are many benefits of children's crying. They have dampness in their brain, if that dampness stays inside the brain, it can cause the loss of eyesight and other damages. Crying can make the dampness out of the brain, so that their body and eyes become healthy. Sometimes we see that children relax after they cry, but parents don't know it. They try to calm the children and plan everything according to their (children's) desire so that they will not cry. Whereas, crying is more recommended.
2) Sneezing of the patient is the sign of recover and comfortableness of the body.
3) Sneezing is useful for the whole body but in case it is not over 3 times. If so, then it is sign of illness.
4) If the people knew how useful is to brush (clean) the teeth, they would keep it even while sleeping.
5) Clean your teeth, it gives light (noor) to your eyes, eliminates phlegm and increases the intellect.
6) Three things eliminate absent-mindedness and give strong memory : to read Qur'an, to brush (clean) the teeth and keep fasting.
7) Eat an apple. It cleans the stomach.
8) Drink water by sipping not directly. It can cause the ache of the liver.
9) To eat many eggs and to bring it into habit can cause spleen disease and stomach storm (flatulence).
10) Sitting much in the lavatory can cause a hemorrhoid disease.
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Hijab or Camel Hump?! ( ⌣́,⌣̀)
Yesterday I saw a 'hijabi' girl on the other side of the road. She was wearing a long skirt but her hijab was absolutely against islamic rules. Nobody can tell who is more accepted one by Allah but there are some conditions in Islam, too. The hijab 'style' was nearly the same with the picture shown below. Even the ear-rings were out...but this is another topic.
Veiling is one of the most important ways to prevent the ways to adultery. Veiling is by nature, importance of creation.
It is all known that one gets bothered by the gaze of the people whom s/he dislikes, noone can stand comfortably in such situation. But sometimes we see more attractive 'hijabis' than those who don't wear it. Hijab is not only to cover hair. But it doesn't mean, she shouldn't wear a hijab. It is not.
It was reported that the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) said: “There are two types of the people of Hell that I have not seen yet: men with whips like the tails of cattle, with which they strike the people, and women who are clothed yet naked, walking with an enticing gait, with something on their heads that looks like the humps of camels, leaning to one side. They will never enter Paradise or even smell its fragrance, although its fragrance can be detected from such and such a distance.” (Narrated by Ahmad and by Muslim in al-Saheeh).
In this picture it is hair at the top of it or another thing, I don't know. I said another thing, because there is a video footage in one of the sites. There a stylist was showing an example and before covering the hijab she put 2 big broches on her hair and wore an underscarf over it. And it was like there were 2 heads. And you know? In the comments of other site it was written ''when my brother see such hijabis he says that 'they seem more beautiful in this way' , it means it attracts men's attention, too''.
''Allah’s Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) said: There will be in the last of my ummah, scantily dressed women, the hair on the top of their heads like a camel’s hump. Curse them, for verily they are cursed.'' [At-Tabarani and Sahih Muslim]
''Allah’s Messenger (peace and blessings be upon him) said: There will be in the last of my ummah, scantily dressed women, the hair on the top of their heads like a camel’s hump. Curse them, for verily they are cursed.'' [At-Tabarani and Sahih Muslim]
I do NOT say that women should wear in a dirty, funky way, NO. In simple way women can be elegant and beautiful, too. But without breaking Allah's orders, inshaa Allah. It is really hard and danger to be cursed by Allah and His Messenger (sallallahu alayhi wa sallam).
May Allah let us meet one another near the Prophet(sas) in Jannah, Ameen...
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