It is not true that if we had true faith we would not be sad. Prophets (as), and righteous people experienced a great deal of sadness. The Quran is full of stories in which the central theme is sadness. Sadness is a reality of life. The Quran is not there to eliminate sadness, but to navigate it. Sadness is one of the tests of life, just as happiness, and anger are tests.

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The people who test your patience are a blessing.. Without them, you can't practice patience.

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The real Da'wah to Islam is the character of a Muslim.

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When Allah grants us the sense to ask Him for forgiveness, then He has granted us a huge favor. It's a sign that He wants to forgive us.

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When your Islamic discourse with someone becomes a debate, that's when you know that you have to stop. The psychology of a debate is like a sports competition, and no one likes to lose. So even if you make a good point, the other person isn't going to congratulate you. They are thinking about revenge.

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You train your heart to control your body. That's what you do when you fast.

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Religion becomes a hollow shell of its former self when ritual remains and thoughtful reflection disappears.

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Self restraint in speech, food, entertainment and vanity are the most essential fundamental of spiritual growth.

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The most important investment of our time is in our people and in our youth.

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He (Shaithan) is extremely patient. He won't get you in one shot. He'll come at you and he'll put a little bit and a little bit and a little bit until he destroys your character.

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