It so happens, an incident or even a tiny accident stirs your memory and makes you think. When I went to see off my aunt at the airport it struck me- how well prepared are we for a temporary journey, all decked up with our belongings carefully packed. And then I thought- have we wondered about the Final Journey? Have we made sure that our Deeds are deftly put on the right hand side of our life long luggage?
How well prepared are we for that once-in-a-lifetime Journey, literally?
Allah says in the Holy Qur’an:
“Everyone shall taste death. And only on the Day of Resurrection shall you be paid your wages in full. And whoever is removed away from the Fire and admitted to Paradise, he indeed is successful. The life of this world is only the enjoyment of deception (a deceiving thing) - Al-Imran: 185
Meaning, this life is just a passing phase- albeit a bit long. One doesn’t know for sure when his Call would come. It could be now as you’re reading this or later when you’re fast asleep. Did you take some time out today to praise your Lord? Even a few words would suffice:
“So know that there is no god but Allah, and ask forgiveness for your sin, and for the believing men and women, Allah knows your movements and your resting-place”- Muhammad: 19
One who takes time out of his ‘busy life’ and ponders upon the life in Hereafter does himself good. It’s just not about doing good deeds and earning the reward, the remembrance of the Last Day matters as well. A constant reminder is what we all need, and this is what we all should do. 'Abdullah bin 'Umar said, "Allah's Apostle took hold of my shoulder and said, 'Be in this world as if you were a stranger or a traveler." [Bukhari: No.425, Volume 8, Book 76]
Because we live in a world so full of temptations, it’s only a matter of time before we let our guard slip. As no one’s immune to these enticements, we should be extra careful before we perform matters big or small. Intentions shouldn’t be the only yardstick to measure one’s goodness but you should also remain steadfast on your Emaan and practice patience. Prophet said, "Do good deeds properly, sincerely and moderately and know that your deeds will not make you enter Paradise, and that the most beloved deed to Allah's is the most regular and constant even though it were little." [Bukhari: No. 471, Volume 8, Book 76]
Thus, when you have a lighter conscience knowing you’ve carried out your religious as well as worldly duties, and you pray to The Almighty for mercy, forgiveness and guidance just before you retire to bed- you’re all set to take off the Ultimate Journey of your lifetime.
Bon Voyage!
“How can you disbelieve in Allah? Seeing that you were dead and He gave you life. Then He will give you death, then again will bring you to life (on the Day of Resurrection) and then unto Him you will return.” –Al-Baqarah: 28.
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Friday, May 05, 2006
Hidden treasure
A beautiful poem by a sister...
Hidden treasure
A diamond buried in a mine
A diamond in the rough, on the edge of a line
A flesh in the body, if corrupt, you shall be corrupt
For my heart is raised from the dirt
The heart, around it lies an orbit, like the planets
My deeds, a light was lit
The sun illuminates the planets
As my ways reflect the light or darkness of a pit
The diamond, rough layered
Polished and shined, its like the light of one who strayed
My life; my hereafter
Lit from my deeds and actions, of the matter through sorrow and laughter
Dug from under a mine
Shaped and polished -guided to shine
Take a hold of you reflection
Through these struggles, reach perfection
~ AliaS ~
Hidden treasure
A diamond buried in a mine
A diamond in the rough, on the edge of a line
A flesh in the body, if corrupt, you shall be corrupt
For my heart is raised from the dirt
The heart, around it lies an orbit, like the planets
My deeds, a light was lit
The sun illuminates the planets
As my ways reflect the light or darkness of a pit
The diamond, rough layered
Polished and shined, its like the light of one who strayed
My life; my hereafter
Lit from my deeds and actions, of the matter through sorrow and laughter
Dug from under a mine
Shaped and polished -guided to shine
Take a hold of you reflection
Through these struggles, reach perfection
~ AliaS ~
Sunday, January 15, 2006
Sarsatically, yours...
It’s amazing how time changes- or is it just another day paving way for night and so on
Sarcasm is the new way to be seen in. Irony is the ‘in’ thing to live with.
I thought only people who were useless, had ample time on their hands. Does this mean uselessness has no class? [am I one of ‘em too??]
I wrote what I thought. Other people need not think the same. Now, where did this ray of rationality came from?
Live life to the fullest…so that, you’d have many people attending your funeral!
Sarcasm is the new way to be seen in. Irony is the ‘in’ thing to live with.
I thought only people who were useless, had ample time on their hands. Does this mean uselessness has no class? [am I one of ‘em too??]
I wrote what I thought. Other people need not think the same. Now, where did this ray of rationality came from?
Live life to the fullest…so that, you’d have many people attending your funeral!
Saturday, November 12, 2005
Untitled III
I saw my face reflected
In the puddle
It’s snowing now; I look up-
Death’s all over the rubble
Eid went by without
My mother and father,
My eyes dried up- no tears
Even for my big brother
They gave me few
Books and a pen,
School’s starting, they
Told me- all over again
My new best friend
Died yesterday,
Injured- he lost the battle
With life, yesterday
How will I focus, now?
How will I study?
A beginning, so soon
But am not yet ready…
I see an orange ball setting
Down the horizon,
I see rays of hope
Emitting from the sun…
No days are passed by
Without us being tested,
God’s Great- no doubt, He has
Better Plans (for us) invested
Forgive me, my Lord
I am all but five,
Fighting with death- an
Ordeal did I survive?...
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Tuesday, October 18, 2005
Untitled - I
Where is my mother ?
I haven't seen her
inthe last few days,
I am all surroundedby haze...
I cannot find her,
gone- she is they told me,
she may be lost forever...
where's my father ?
we've not been to
the prayers together-
so long...I miss him, too
it's so cold out here
and am all black & blue...
where's my brother ?
we haven't played
for so long -
I miss sleeping with him...
to another World
doeshe too belong ?
No family I have now,
am all on my own...
am scared to death now
the childhood, I have
not outgrown...
I only wish they were with me..
God- Help me please..
make me at peace
with the pain from now on...
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
I haven't seen her
inthe last few days,
I am all surroundedby haze...
I cannot find her,
gone- she is they told me,
she may be lost forever...
where's my father ?
we've not been to
the prayers together-
so long...I miss him, too
it's so cold out here
and am all black & blue...
where's my brother ?
we haven't played
for so long -
I miss sleeping with him...
to another World
doeshe too belong ?
No family I have now,
am all on my own...
am scared to death now
the childhood, I have
not outgrown...
I only wish they were with me..
God- Help me please..
make me at peace
with the pain from now on...
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Untitled - II
No one to look after
me - am all alone
I do have a caretaker,
but no one of my own
I step out when
the rain stops
and look around
'til my eyelid drops
I am out all night and day
don't know for how
long is my stay
no laughter there
is left now
only cries of pain,
hollow faces stare
at you now-
asking for help all again...
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
me - am all alone
I do have a caretaker,
but no one of my own
I step out when
the rain stops
and look around
'til my eyelid drops
I am out all night and day
don't know for how
long is my stay
no laughter there
is left now
only cries of pain,
hollow faces stare
at you now-
asking for help all again...
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Who am I ?
I read this somewhere, about a girl
Who grew up too soon and time just passed by;
She knew not of the years that affected the outside
But her world stood built on the echoes of who am I?
She’d get up early in the mornings in search of peace
And ask questions from anybody who’d caught her eye.
Once, she dreamt about a Code- that changed her life;
She woke up breathless and bewildered, ‘my, o’ my!’
She uttered, ‘what was that; a key to all my questions?
Was it me or the whole world that I saw deceive and lie?’
Now she had a key that could answer her inquisitive mind,
She prayed for tranquility- for a source that could satisfy.
She had the Code with her, and she never realized
And now that she did, she kissed others good-bye!
She immersed herself in knowing the Truth, seeking
To quench her thirst for good, to know the real ‘I’;
She was on a road to self healing with the Help from
The One- she’d soon have answers for ‘how’ and ‘why’.
She learnt about her origin and her humble beginning;
It was common to all, the forte of the Most High.
It’s His Concern to whom He Wishes to give and take away
From another; ask Him and He may even give you the sky!
She read, and read- tears streaming down her cheeks,
She clenched the Code tightly, and heaved a sigh.
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Who grew up too soon and time just passed by;
She knew not of the years that affected the outside
But her world stood built on the echoes of who am I?
She’d get up early in the mornings in search of peace
And ask questions from anybody who’d caught her eye.
Once, she dreamt about a Code- that changed her life;
She woke up breathless and bewildered, ‘my, o’ my!’
She uttered, ‘what was that; a key to all my questions?
Was it me or the whole world that I saw deceive and lie?’
Now she had a key that could answer her inquisitive mind,
She prayed for tranquility- for a source that could satisfy.
She had the Code with her, and she never realized
And now that she did, she kissed others good-bye!
She immersed herself in knowing the Truth, seeking
To quench her thirst for good, to know the real ‘I’;
She was on a road to self healing with the Help from
The One- she’d soon have answers for ‘how’ and ‘why’.
She learnt about her origin and her humble beginning;
It was common to all, the forte of the Most High.
It’s His Concern to whom He Wishes to give and take away
From another; ask Him and He may even give you the sky!
She read, and read- tears streaming down her cheeks,
She clenched the Code tightly, and heaved a sigh.
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Monday, May 30, 2005
Henna
I've henna on my hand,
The design like a fertile land
Leaves a fulfilled impression;
My palm tingles with an expression
Of joy and a childish glee-
Is it the red henna or the inner me
Smelling sweet like flowers bloomed,
Down goes worries and out the gloom.
The henna is in its full splendor,
Displaying the vivid dark color
For me to inhale the merriment-
This henna is filled with contentment.
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
The design like a fertile land
Leaves a fulfilled impression;
My palm tingles with an expression
Of joy and a childish glee-
Is it the red henna or the inner me
Smelling sweet like flowers bloomed,
Down goes worries and out the gloom.
The henna is in its full splendor,
Displaying the vivid dark color
For me to inhale the merriment-
This henna is filled with contentment.
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Tuesday, April 12, 2005
Past Revisited...
Sunday, May 23, 2004
Whenever I see the sky
I see it is filled with the color of life;
Whenever I think about life
I feel a particular uncertainty to it;
Whenever I brood over the uncertainties
I skip my daily dose of freshness;
Whenever I stop to inhale the freshness
I am reminded of the gloom surrounding me;
Whenever I try to clear away that gloom
I am pushed down by the difficulties;
Whenever I put aside these difficulties
I am swept away by the never-ending questions;
Whenever I ponder over these questions
I look up high in the sky, and
Whenever I see the sky...
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Whenever I see the sky
I see it is filled with the color of life;
Whenever I think about life
I feel a particular uncertainty to it;
Whenever I brood over the uncertainties
I skip my daily dose of freshness;
Whenever I stop to inhale the freshness
I am reminded of the gloom surrounding me;
Whenever I try to clear away that gloom
I am pushed down by the difficulties;
Whenever I put aside these difficulties
I am swept away by the never-ending questions;
Whenever I ponder over these questions
I look up high in the sky, and
Whenever I see the sky...
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Saturday, March 12, 2005
I know I am beautiful...
8/3/05
9:36 am
I know I am beautiful, ‘cause
My beauty comes from within.
I don’t need to dress up to kill;
Neither show any of my skin.
What is hidden, remains so
What can’t be – remains unseen.
I am neither backward nor am I
Suppressed- I am immune to fallin’
Into acts of human disgrace.
What’s been labeled freedom-
For me it’s a step back in
Time; women were treated
As inferior to men and nothin’
Has changed for the tainted minds. Come
On ladies, show your worth, endin’
Years of society’s desperate attempts.
What I said, I stand by it – spreadin’
All over the Truth. So, pay an ear to
This, as what’s been said is nothin’
But the noble Words of your Lord;
Covering up is one such thing
We, womenfolk, should follow;
It safeguards our honor, keepin’
Corrupted ones away. Alhamdulillah –
All praise to Allah, The All- Knowing
One; He created us all as one
And equal human beings.
10/3/05
12:44 pm
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
9:36 am
I know I am beautiful, ‘cause
My beauty comes from within.
I don’t need to dress up to kill;
Neither show any of my skin.
What is hidden, remains so
What can’t be – remains unseen.
I am neither backward nor am I
Suppressed- I am immune to fallin’
Into acts of human disgrace.
What’s been labeled freedom-
For me it’s a step back in
Time; women were treated
As inferior to men and nothin’
Has changed for the tainted minds. Come
On ladies, show your worth, endin’
Years of society’s desperate attempts.
What I said, I stand by it – spreadin’
All over the Truth. So, pay an ear to
This, as what’s been said is nothin’
But the noble Words of your Lord;
Covering up is one such thing
We, womenfolk, should follow;
It safeguards our honor, keepin’
Corrupted ones away. Alhamdulillah –
All praise to Allah, The All- Knowing
One; He created us all as one
And equal human beings.
10/3/05
12:44 pm
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Sunday, February 20, 2005
...My Diary Says...
An eye for an eye
Is what they say;
An eye for an eye
Some might obey;
An eye for an eye
Is a tragedy;
An eye for an eye -
Alas, is here to stay !
[ October '04 ]
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Is what they say;
An eye for an eye
Some might obey;
An eye for an eye
Is a tragedy;
An eye for an eye -
Alas, is here to stay !
[ October '04 ]
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
I am a Bird...
I am a bird, hear me fly
High above you, up in the sky
Look at not my wings but my speed
Embodying courage, I am free indeed !
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
High above you, up in the sky
Look at not my wings but my speed
Embodying courage, I am free indeed !
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Sunday, February 13, 2005
' With us or Against us...'
What is the quickest way of disintegrating someone's beliefs ?
Attack his honor and dignity...
How to carry it out ?
...Attack the lady of his house,
Ermm...what if we face resistance ?
Crush it, either by hook or by crook
Any alternative ?
Yea..feed him your stuff, coax him into listening to you - deal softly and then strike when the iron's hot, if not then just overpower him with might ...he's bound to listen to you and follow you like a pooch
What about the 'friendly neighbors', think they'll be of any help ?
Hmm...to an extent perhaps, funny how some of them are still staunch believers at heart....such ninnies ! so much for secularism, uh !
But, Sam, What about the whole 'community', won't they come to know about this offensive?
What offensive are u talking about ?? we are doing this for our own betterment, Brit... you are with us or against us, that's what matters..As for the 'community', don't worry, they are just puppets waiting for the strings to be drawn !
Is it so ?
Yea, mate...proven time and again !
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Attack his honor and dignity...
How to carry it out ?
...Attack the lady of his house,
Ermm...what if we face resistance ?
Crush it, either by hook or by crook
Any alternative ?
Yea..feed him your stuff, coax him into listening to you - deal softly and then strike when the iron's hot, if not then just overpower him with might ...he's bound to listen to you and follow you like a pooch
What about the 'friendly neighbors', think they'll be of any help ?
Hmm...to an extent perhaps, funny how some of them are still staunch believers at heart....such ninnies ! so much for secularism, uh !
But, Sam, What about the whole 'community', won't they come to know about this offensive?
What offensive are u talking about ?? we are doing this for our own betterment, Brit... you are with us or against us, that's what matters..As for the 'community', don't worry, they are just puppets waiting for the strings to be drawn !
Is it so ?
Yea, mate...proven time and again !
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Wednesday, February 09, 2005
From My Diary...
[April '04]
Waiting in the dark
waiting forever;
Praying fervently
Praying forver;
Asking for love,
Asking for mercy,
Asking forgiveness
From God - The Eternal !
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Waiting in the dark
waiting forever;
Praying fervently
Praying forver;
Asking for love,
Asking for mercy,
Asking forgiveness
From God - The Eternal !
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Tuesday, January 04, 2005
Nature's Fury...
Nature's fury:
Scorned over me
Lashing at me
Weakening me
Destroying me...
Nature's anger:
Hath no answer
Chaos forever -
Creating disorder.
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Scorned over me
Lashing at me
Weakening me
Destroying me...
Nature's anger:
Hath no answer
Chaos forever -
Creating disorder.
Copyright ©2005 A_Z
Sunday, December 19, 2004
Have you ever tried to Tell the Truth ?
Have you ever tried to tell the truth?
It’s hard telling it, and
Much more difficult not saying it!
So, what to do?
Should you forget about it, or
Should you try uttering it?
What next then?
Give the truth a thought;
Is it worth saying, or
You can live without it?
Up next, try to be more practical;
Is the truth really a truth, and
Not merely a speculation?
Hmm, now that’s a
Confusing truth!
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
It’s hard telling it, and
Much more difficult not saying it!
So, what to do?
Should you forget about it, or
Should you try uttering it?
What next then?
Give the truth a thought;
Is it worth saying, or
You can live without it?
Up next, try to be more practical;
Is the truth really a truth, and
Not merely a speculation?
Hmm, now that’s a
Confusing truth!
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
Saturday, December 11, 2004
...Moonlight...
Dark and Cold night
Shimmering in the moonlight
Waiting for you to appear
I waited for you, my dear !
No one, but no one else in your place
Is what my heart always says
Just you and me, together
Today, tomorrow and forever
But, time doesn't seem to be on my side
That's why my soul's acting so wild
Running in the cold
There's nothing that I could hold
Shivering in the cold night
I think again about the moonlight
Why is that it always appear
When there's nothing to remember, my dear ?
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
Shimmering in the moonlight
Waiting for you to appear
I waited for you, my dear !
No one, but no one else in your place
Is what my heart always says
Just you and me, together
Today, tomorrow and forever
But, time doesn't seem to be on my side
That's why my soul's acting so wild
Running in the cold
There's nothing that I could hold
Shivering in the cold night
I think again about the moonlight
Why is that it always appear
When there's nothing to remember, my dear ?
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
Monday, November 08, 2004
Quotable Qoutes...
Life is like an unopened book; once opened always read !
There is no such thing as a Secret, had there been one - you wouldn't have cried infront of God asking for help without even uttering a word !
Life is a game - if you solve the middle you come out victorious.
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
There is no such thing as a Secret, had there been one - you wouldn't have cried infront of God asking for help without even uttering a word !
Life is a game - if you solve the middle you come out victorious.
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
Saturday, September 04, 2004
Let Me Be
I am restless; curb me, please
I am senseless; fill me in
Barren thoughts; not a clue
Ever in dilemma; what to do?
Antagonistic; sometimes numb
Insatiable; quest for truth
Vague; all those views
Hardship; help me, please
Test; never at ease
Hope; always looking for
Heart; forever searching for
Tongue; mine displease
(So, forgive me please!)
Reaching; out to You
Working; to please You
O’ My Lord - hear my plea
Content - let me be!
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
I am senseless; fill me in
Barren thoughts; not a clue
Ever in dilemma; what to do?
Antagonistic; sometimes numb
Insatiable; quest for truth
Vague; all those views
Hardship; help me, please
Test; never at ease
Hope; always looking for
Heart; forever searching for
Tongue; mine displease
(So, forgive me please!)
Reaching; out to You
Working; to please You
O’ My Lord - hear my plea
Content - let me be!
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
Wednesday, August 18, 2004
Shivers ran down my spine !
When your heart beats faster
And you start trembling;
That, my brother, is a sign
From The One, of prosperity
And happiness in this world
And the next- sure brother,
You have chosen a path that’s
The very best. When you hear
His Name, you go down on your
Knees, you weep and moan, and
Seek repentance, ‘please oh
Please forgive me, my Lord, I am your
Servant and You are my Master;
You hold the key to my pleasure’
When you see signs of Him all
Around you, there are few things
You can do, praise Him for making
You such, and thank Him for
Blessing you with so much.
Remember, brother, this world
Will end unlike the ‘other one’;
Make sure you do the right thing
When you get the hint of
Shivers running down your spine.
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
And you start trembling;
That, my brother, is a sign
From The One, of prosperity
And happiness in this world
And the next- sure brother,
You have chosen a path that’s
The very best. When you hear
His Name, you go down on your
Knees, you weep and moan, and
Seek repentance, ‘please oh
Please forgive me, my Lord, I am your
Servant and You are my Master;
You hold the key to my pleasure’
When you see signs of Him all
Around you, there are few things
You can do, praise Him for making
You such, and thank Him for
Blessing you with so much.
Remember, brother, this world
Will end unlike the ‘other one’;
Make sure you do the right thing
When you get the hint of
Shivers running down your spine.
Copyright ©2004 A_Z
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