Patience and Reliance
Patience and reliance are among the fundamental virtues of Islam, expressing the believers' trust and submission to Allah. Patience involves being steadfast in the face of difficulties and accepting Allah's decree, while reliance means leaving the outcome to Allah after making every effort. These two concepts enable believers to cope with the hardships they encounter in this worldly life and to attain happiness in the Hereafter. Islamic scholars have indicated that patience and reliance are deep indicators of faith that should take root in the hearts of believers. In this context, authentic hadiths teach us the significance of patience and reliance and how these virtues should be practiced.
إِنَّمَا الصَّبْرُ عِنْدَ الصَّدْمَةِ الأُولَى
"Patience is shown only at the first moment of shock."
True patience is the reaction shown at the first moment of an event. Believers should be steadfast in the face of sudden occurrences.
مَنْ يَتَصَبَّرْ يُصَبِّرْهُ اللَّهُ
"Whoever strives to be patient, Allah will grant him patience."
Patience can be attained through effort, and Allah does not leave this effort unrewarded.
وَمَنْ يَتَوَكَّلْ عَلَى اللَّهِ فَهُوَ حَسْبُهُ
"Whoever relies upon Allah, He is sufficient for him."
Whoever trusts in Allah does not need anything else. Reliance attracts Allah's help.
عَجَبًا لأَمْرِ المُؤْمِنِ، إِنَّ أَمْرَهُ كُلَّهُ خَيْرٌ
"How amazing is the affair of the believer! All of his affairs are good."
The believer finds goodness in every situation they encounter; for they turn every circumstance to their advantage with patience and gratitude.
إِنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَ الصَّابِرِينَ
"Indeed, Allah is with the patient."
Allah helps His patient servants and never leaves them alone.