Trials
of
Patience
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ong ago, there lived a very pious and righteous man named Ayyub. He was one of Allah’s prophets, sent to teach his people about God and guide them towards the right path. Prophet Ayyub (Peace be Upon Him) always advised his community to do good and to shun evil. He always helped his relatives, friends and neighbours. Prophet Ayyub was also very kind to orphans and poor people, and often invited them to share his meals. His noble character and elevated status as Allah’s prophet earned him the respect of most, if not all, the members of his community. In addition to offering Ayyub the gift of prophecy, Allah showered him with many blessings. Indeed, Prophet Ayyub had a kind and faithful wife named Rahma and many children. He also possessed vast stretches of land, many fields, and was blessed with livestock. But despite his great wealth, Prophet Ayyub never became arrogant. Instead, he remained humble and believed that Allah had given him the ability to seek his grace. Prophet Ayyub repeatedly glorified Allah and thanked Him for everything that He had endowed upon him. Not a day went by that Prophet Ayyub did not express his gratitude with the beautiful phrase of “Alhamdulillah,” praise be to God..
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