#iloveallah

When the earth becomes dry and lifeless, rain descends, softening the soil, bringing forth greenery, and reviving what was once barren. Likewise, when our hearts feel distant, hardened, or empty, Allah sends His words—words that soothe, cleanse, and awaken something deep within us.

“And We have sent down blessed rain from the sky and made grow thereby gardens and grain from the harvest.” (Quran, 50:9)

“O mankind, there has come to you a cure from your Lord, and a healing for what is in the breasts, and guidance and mercy for the believers.” (Quran, 10:57)

Both the rain and the Quran are signs of Allah’s mercy. Just as no land can survive without water, no heart can truly thrive without the guidance of its Creator.

Sometimes, we wonder why our iman feels dry, why our hearts feel heavy. But maybe we just need to turn our faces upward, seeking the mercy that Allah continuously sends. Maybe we need to let the Quran pour into us, softening our hearts the way rain softens the earth.

And just like rain doesn’t show its effect instantly—seeds take time to sprout, flowers bloom in their season—the impact of the Quran unfolds gradually. With each ayah, each reflection, our hearts are nurtured, growing in ways we may not even realize.

have you forgotten that you were once nothing more than a clot of blood

Marriage is often wrongly seen as a way to instantly create an island of comfort and companionship. In reality, marriage requires a great deal of responsibility, both financial and emotional. For this reason, Imam Abu Hanifa recommended that students of sacred knowledge not to marry until they finish their (foundational) studies, because they easily get distracted if busy with earning a living or taking care of family duties.