Equilibrium
Allah is The Greatest, He is One and nothing can be (or will ever) compared to Him. He is The Most Forgiving, and He does not have/need alliance nor assistance. Everything is in His Hands (Power) and His promises are indisputable. Our beloved Prophet Muhammad is His final messenger and sent to humans to bring prosperity and countless reminders of the day when every action will be questioned and judged by Allah, The Judge during Resurrection Day. Those who believe that there is no God but Allah and Muhammad (peace be upon him) is His messenger will be awarded with paradise, Allah's willing and those who does not will suffer the torment in hell for eternity, nau'dzubillahi mindzalik.
Masya Allah, God had created so many things for us to take the most of. Not to take advantage but to appreciate what he had given. Sometimes, we hear in a production plant that if a machine or an equipment is not used to its fullest capacity, then, that would vitally mean, the equipment or machinery is not being used to its optimum level (under utilized). Loss of money and loss of revenue. The same ideology can be applied to our daily life really. Take water for instance, natural and cannot be produced by humans. You would probably strike me with a question, "how on earth am I going to use water in its optimum level?". Simple, you use the amount that is necessary, not more not less, just sufficient.
Another example would be, we use it, we don't see it and without it we would deprived. Electricity. Yes, there are those who can afford to leave their warmer/heater or air conditioner around-the-clock but is that really necessary. Wastage is one of the character of satan and Allah dislikes those who wastes.
The need to find the right balance is important in Islam. One of the secrets to pure happiness here and after is a Balanced life. If you drive too fast, you might just crashed your car and kill yourself or if you drive too slow, you might get honked by the person who is tailing you behind and there is also high possibility of you getting a "glare". Just like a person who is trying to be in a tip-top condition. A dietitian or a doctor would normally advice a high blood pressured person to keep away from food that contains excessive fat and they are advised to exercise twice a week (if possible). But the problem is that, prevention is ALWAYS better than cure, as in Islam.
Islam advices its followers to do everything in moderation, no too rich not too poor; enough money not to beg (borrow). Another reason why Allah is The Most Kind. Through His messenger, my beloved Prophet Muhammad, taught us to be normal in everything that we do but it will be a different scenario when one wants to achieve that inner bliss (loved by Allah). You got to keep a watchful eye in everything that you endure. Such as, a person who wants to be get Allah's passion would certainly be avoiding what is detestable, even more so for forbidden things. Allah does not like those who bathe without a stitch of clothing. Allah does not like those who smoke (as this can harm to body system). He knows best! I have come up with this idea that Allah will dislike those who does harm to the body and the environment & satan (the condemned) will love those "love" those who does the things disliked by Allah.
Similar to the earlier example I had given, water. Allah dislikes those who wastes and satan likes those who wastes. So, if you think about is, we need to be careful in the little things most of us take for granted. Talking (or writing) can either be a good deed or can ALSO be a sin. Why? If we talk other people, gossiping, talking about "over 18" things and that is related are sinful. But a person talking about things which will make people do good and avoid sinful acts will be rewarded by Allah here or during the after life.
Now that I mentioned "over 18". I will now hopefully explain to readers this concept. Allah is Great and will not show guidance to those who are deaf and blind even though their eyes and ears are perfectly working fine. Remember when movies had no ratings, where everything was "viewable" by everyone. Later on, the ratings PG, G, 12, 15, 18, 18PL and 18 SX were created by the Hollywood movie industries and Asian countries are also "catching up". Perhaps, the Censorship department for each country are more likely to be responsible for these "tags". So, each movie would have these tags on them and those who cannot produce an identity card showing that there are 18 years young cannot purchase movies which are labeled "18". Remember, this guide would apply in countries where Islam is NOT the official religion.
Islam forbids a person looking at parts of the body that should not be seen by others whether its in magazines, videos, pictures, and so on. For a male, the aurat (parts that is covered) is between the belly button and kneecap. For women, the whole body except the face and palm of her hands. Its a real shame to see a LOT of women who wears hijab (scarf) but still wears an outfit which shows the body she has; tight pants and tight clothes (t-shirt, blouse and such).
There are those (non-muslims and so called muslims) who will try to make muslims make them "feel good" about themselves by selling clothes which are more revealing than ever. Notice the ever changing trend asian countries experiencing now. We see more and more "fashion" are being sold in shop corners. Trendy (in it!) and affordable (Cheap). Only female..how about male? Well, males are also addicted to this fashion statement. Yes, its nice to people exercising every now and then: jogging, playing soccer, swimming?, hunting?, cycling. Wouldn't it be much better if these men would cover the areas that should be covered? By doing so, they would get two things; Allah's blessings, insya Allah and you will have pride. There are many verses in the Qur'an which condemns those who does not follow what Allah had set for us. We are only allowed to show our "belongings" to our spouse (wife or husband). The voice of a female (especially) is also part of aurat. Allah mentioned in the Qur'an:
".....if ye do fear (Allah), be not too complaisant of speech, lest one in whose heart is a disease should be moved with desire: but speak ye a speech (that is) just." [Al-Ahzab: 32]
So, the concept of putting tags on a movie cannot be applied in muslim countries especially movies which depict sexy raunchy corrupted misguided non-muslim scenes because Islam does not allow it. Looking at other people's aurat is forbidden (sinful). Again, I have mentioned this in the earlier articles regarding the nobleness of having knowledge which many are still seemed to be mesmerized with the fanatic life of NON-believers. Believe it or not, those who watched the above mentioned type of movies are one way or another supporting them.
The find the right level may seemed to be out of reach but it CAN be done by practicing. We train ourselves to be in the right momentum in everything that we do. For example in eating, in exercising, in sleeping, in studying, in driving, in walking, in achieving dreams and so on. So, find the midpoint of the situation you are in and before deciding take the time to ask yourself the following questions;
1) Will this make Allah angry? or
2) Will this make satan angry?
So, if you answered yes for question number 1, then perhaps its best if you don't carry on and vice versa. Because if one is hated by Allah, you will NEVER live happy and you can only pretend to be happy. The opposite also holds true. However, if you answered yes for the second question, then, go for it! Remember Allah will forgive those who are sincere. Something to ponder:
"Those who believe, then reject Faith, then believe (again) and (again) reject Faith, and go on increasing in unbelief, Allah will not forgive them nor guide them on the way." [An-Nisaa - 4]
May Allah shows us the true path..
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Masya Allah, God had created so many things for us to take the most of. Not to take advantage but to appreciate what he had given. Sometimes, we hear in a production plant that if a machine or an equipment is not used to its fullest capacity, then, that would vitally mean, the equipment or machinery is not being used to its optimum level (under utilized). Loss of money and loss of revenue. The same ideology can be applied to our daily life really. Take water for instance, natural and cannot be produced by humans. You would probably strike me with a question, "how on earth am I going to use water in its optimum level?". Simple, you use the amount that is necessary, not more not less, just sufficient.
Another example would be, we use it, we don't see it and without it we would deprived. Electricity. Yes, there are those who can afford to leave their warmer/heater or air conditioner around-the-clock but is that really necessary. Wastage is one of the character of satan and Allah dislikes those who wastes.
The need to find the right balance is important in Islam. One of the secrets to pure happiness here and after is a Balanced life. If you drive too fast, you might just crashed your car and kill yourself or if you drive too slow, you might get honked by the person who is tailing you behind and there is also high possibility of you getting a "glare". Just like a person who is trying to be in a tip-top condition. A dietitian or a doctor would normally advice a high blood pressured person to keep away from food that contains excessive fat and they are advised to exercise twice a week (if possible). But the problem is that, prevention is ALWAYS better than cure, as in Islam.
Islam advices its followers to do everything in moderation, no too rich not too poor; enough money not to beg (borrow). Another reason why Allah is The Most Kind. Through His messenger, my beloved Prophet Muhammad, taught us to be normal in everything that we do but it will be a different scenario when one wants to achieve that inner bliss (loved by Allah). You got to keep a watchful eye in everything that you endure. Such as, a person who wants to be get Allah's passion would certainly be avoiding what is detestable, even more so for forbidden things. Allah does not like those who bathe without a stitch of clothing. Allah does not like those who smoke (as this can harm to body system). He knows best! I have come up with this idea that Allah will dislike those who does harm to the body and the environment & satan (the condemned) will love those "love" those who does the things disliked by Allah.
Similar to the earlier example I had given, water. Allah dislikes those who wastes and satan likes those who wastes. So, if you think about is, we need to be careful in the little things most of us take for granted. Talking (or writing) can either be a good deed or can ALSO be a sin. Why? If we talk other people, gossiping, talking about "over 18" things and that is related are sinful. But a person talking about things which will make people do good and avoid sinful acts will be rewarded by Allah here or during the after life.
Now that I mentioned "over 18". I will now hopefully explain to readers this concept. Allah is Great and will not show guidance to those who are deaf and blind even though their eyes and ears are perfectly working fine. Remember when movies had no ratings, where everything was "viewable" by everyone. Later on, the ratings PG, G, 12, 15, 18, 18PL and 18 SX were created by the Hollywood movie industries and Asian countries are also "catching up". Perhaps, the Censorship department for each country are more likely to be responsible for these "tags". So, each movie would have these tags on them and those who cannot produce an identity card showing that there are 18 years young cannot purchase movies which are labeled "18". Remember, this guide would apply in countries where Islam is NOT the official religion.
Islam forbids a person looking at parts of the body that should not be seen by others whether its in magazines, videos, pictures, and so on. For a male, the aurat (parts that is covered) is between the belly button and kneecap. For women, the whole body except the face and palm of her hands. Its a real shame to see a LOT of women who wears hijab (scarf) but still wears an outfit which shows the body she has; tight pants and tight clothes (t-shirt, blouse and such).
There are those (non-muslims and so called muslims) who will try to make muslims make them "feel good" about themselves by selling clothes which are more revealing than ever. Notice the ever changing trend asian countries experiencing now. We see more and more "fashion" are being sold in shop corners. Trendy (in it!) and affordable (Cheap). Only female..how about male? Well, males are also addicted to this fashion statement. Yes, its nice to people exercising every now and then: jogging, playing soccer, swimming?, hunting?, cycling. Wouldn't it be much better if these men would cover the areas that should be covered? By doing so, they would get two things; Allah's blessings, insya Allah and you will have pride. There are many verses in the Qur'an which condemns those who does not follow what Allah had set for us. We are only allowed to show our "belongings" to our spouse (wife or husband). The voice of a female (especially) is also part of aurat. Allah mentioned in the Qur'an:
".....if ye do fear (Allah), be not too complaisant of speech, lest one in whose heart is a disease should be moved with desire: but speak ye a speech (that is) just." [Al-Ahzab: 32]
So, the concept of putting tags on a movie cannot be applied in muslim countries especially movies which depict sexy raunchy corrupted misguided non-muslim scenes because Islam does not allow it. Looking at other people's aurat is forbidden (sinful). Again, I have mentioned this in the earlier articles regarding the nobleness of having knowledge which many are still seemed to be mesmerized with the fanatic life of NON-believers. Believe it or not, those who watched the above mentioned type of movies are one way or another supporting them.
The find the right level may seemed to be out of reach but it CAN be done by practicing. We train ourselves to be in the right momentum in everything that we do. For example in eating, in exercising, in sleeping, in studying, in driving, in walking, in achieving dreams and so on. So, find the midpoint of the situation you are in and before deciding take the time to ask yourself the following questions;
1) Will this make Allah angry? or
2) Will this make satan angry?
So, if you answered yes for question number 1, then perhaps its best if you don't carry on and vice versa. Because if one is hated by Allah, you will NEVER live happy and you can only pretend to be happy. The opposite also holds true. However, if you answered yes for the second question, then, go for it! Remember Allah will forgive those who are sincere. Something to ponder:
"Those who believe, then reject Faith, then believe (again) and (again) reject Faith, and go on increasing in unbelief, Allah will not forgive them nor guide them on the way." [An-Nisaa - 4]
May Allah shows us the true path..
