In the ceaseless rhythm of our daily lives, amidst the cacophony of responsibilities and challenges, the pursuit of inner peace becomes a poignant yearning. As Muslims, blessed with the profound teachings of the Quran and the exemplary life of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), we are bestowed with a roadmap that not only guides our external actions but also nourishes the serenity within. In this exploration, we delve into the Quran and the Hadith verses, unraveling the intricate tapestry of practices that lead to a tranquil mind.
Gentle Speech and Kindness:
In a well known Hadith, Rasulullah said:
“uttering a good/kind word is an act of charity”
You know when you speak kindly to people, they feel happy and you, within yourself feel happy as well. And you get rewarded for speaking kindly to people.
In the pages of the Quran, the directive to speak good words resonates as a ripple of kindness:
وَإِذْ أَخَذْنَا مِيثَـٰقَ بَنِىٓ إِسْرَٰٓءِيلَ لَا تَعْبُدُونَ إِلَّا ٱللَّهَ وَبِٱلْوَٰلِدَيْنِ إِحْسَانًۭا وَذِى ٱلْقُرْبَىٰ وَٱلْيَتَـٰمَىٰ وَٱلْمَسَـٰكِينِ وَقُولُوا۟ لِلنَّاسِ حُسْنًۭا وَأَقِيمُوا۟ ٱلصَّلَوٰةَ وَءَاتُوا۟ ٱلزَّكَوٰةَ ثُمَّ تَوَلَّيْتُمْ إِلَّا قَلِيلًۭا مِّنكُمْ وَأَنتُم مُّعْرِضُونَ ٨٣"And ˹remember˺ when We took a covenant from the children of Israel ˹stating˺, “Worship none but Allah; be kind to parents, relatives, orphans and the needy; speak kindly to people; establish prayer; and pay alms-tax.” But you ˹Israelites˺ turned away—except for a few of you—and were indifferent."
[Surah Al Baqarah :Ayat 83]
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), a paragon of gentleness, embodied this principle in his interactions. Choosing words that uplift, practicing active listening, and fostering a spirit of kindness contribute to the creation of a harmonious and peaceful environment.
As we traverse the realms of these timeless practices, we find ourselves on a journey not just through sacred verses and hadiths, but through the corridors of our own hearts. Let us embrace these principles not merely as a checklist but as threads that intricately weave a fabric of inner peace. In the wisdom of the Quran and the guidance of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), may we discover a sanctuary of tranquility that withstands the storms of life. May our hearts echo with the serenity that emanates from a deep and profound connection with Allah.
May Allah guide us and protect all the Muslims around the world.
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