Q
In what ways does patience play a role in overcoming life’s challenges as described in the metaphor of the believer?
A
Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) said, “The example of a believer is that of a fresh tender plant; from whatever
direction the wind comes, it bends it, but when the wind becomes quiet, it becomes straight again.
Similarly, a believer is afflicted with calamities (but he remains patient till Allah removes his
difficulties.) And an impious wicked person is like a pine tree which keeps hard and straight till Allah
cuts (breaks) it down when He wishes.” (See Hadith No. 558, Vol. 9.)
direction the wind comes, it bends it, but when the wind becomes quiet, it becomes straight again.
Similarly, a believer is afflicted with calamities (but he remains patient till Allah removes his
difficulties.) And an impious wicked person is like a pine tree which keeps hard and straight till Allah
cuts (breaks) it down when He wishes.” (See Hadith No. 558, Vol. 9.)
Referensi:
Sahih al-Bukhari 5644, Book 75, Hadith 4
Sahih al-Bukhari 5644, Book 75, Hadith 4
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