Patience: The Greatest Blessing: EP 18 - Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi
Introduction
The speaker introduces the concept of patience (sabr) and its importance in achieving spiritual purification.
Importance of Sabr
- Sabr is one of the most common motifs in the Quran, with over 100 verses advising and commanding us to be patient.
- Even Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was directly commanded by Allah to be patient in more than a dozen verses.
- One authentic Hadith reported in the Sunnah of Abu Dawood states that no servant of Allah has been given a characteristic more beneficial for him than sabr.
Definition and Types of Sabr
The speaker provides a definition of sabr and discusses its three primary manifestations.
Definition of Sabr
- Sabr is acknowledging that everything happening is from Allah's divine plan, and expecting Allah's reward in response to what is happening.
- It requires bravery and fortitude to bear through difficult situations.
Three Primary Manifestations of Sabr
- Suburb in response to calamity or tragedy
- Acknowledge that what is happening is from Allah, respond with dignity, control your tongue, thoughts, and body.
- Suburb during acts of worship
- Endure physical discomfort or fatigue while performing acts of worship such as fasting or standing for prayer.
- Suburb when avoiding sins
- Control your desires and avoid sinful behavior.
Examples from Quran on Patience
The speaker provides examples from the Quran where patience is commanded.
Examples from Quran on Patience
- Be patient when losing family members or loved ones.
- Be patient when losing wealth or property.
- Be patient during times of drought or general calamity.
- Be patient during civil war or conflict between armies.
- Be patient in response to how people treat us, especially when they say something negative or hurtful.
Sabr in Parenting
The speaker discusses the importance of sabr in parenting and raising children.
Sabr in Parenting
- Allah commands parents to be patient when raising their children, especially when commanding them to pray.
- Parents should be extra patient and not give up on their children's religious education.
- Scholars mention that patience in parenting can be manifested through extra patience and perseverance.
Conclusion
The concept of sabr is a crucial aspect of achieving spiritual purification. It requires acknowledging that everything happening is from Allah's divine plan and responding with bravery and fortitude. The Quran provides numerous examples where patience is commanded, including during times of calamity, conflict, or loss. Additionally, parents are commanded to be patient when raising their children.
The Three Categories of Sabar
This section discusses the three categories of sabar and how they are manifested.
Sabar in Response to Calamity
- Sabar is manifested in response to a calamity.
- Allah helps those who are patient.
- Those who have sabar will be rewarded without even counting their blessings.
Sabar in Withholding from Sin
- Sabar is manifested in withholding oneself from committing sins.
- Allah loves those who have sabar.
Sabar in Doing Good Deeds
- Sabar is manifested in pushing oneself forward to do good deeds.
- Those with sabar become leaders and role models for others.
Blessings of Sabaru
This section discusses the benefits and blessings of having sabaru.
Allah Helps Those Who Have Sabaru
- Allah is with those that are patient when you are patient, which means he shall help you.
- Whatever you're battling will be easier to battle if you have sabaru.
Allah Loves Those Who Have Sabaru
- Allah loves those who have sabaru.
- If you have patience, your ranks will be raised up.
Rewards for Having Sabaru
- Those with sabaru shall enter Jannah because they were patient.
- The highest levels of Jannah are given to the people of sabbah.
How to Attain Sabaru
This section provides tips on how one can attain sabaru.
Learn About the Blessings of Sabbah
- Learning about the blessings of sabbah and the verses of sabbah will give you an incentive to be amongst the patient.
- Reading books about sabaru can help.
Study the Seera of the Prophet
- Studying the seera of the Prophet sallallahu alaihi wasallam will give you a massive boost of sabaru.
- Reading histories of the past, biographies of sahaba can also help.
Make Dua to Allah
- Make dua to Allah to make you amongst those with sabaru.
Desire Sabaru
This section discusses how one can attain sabaru by desiring it.
Whoever Desires Sabaru Will Be Granted It
- The Hadith says whoever desires sabaru, Allah will grant him.
- Change your attitude and desire to be patient.