Two Perspectives on the Most Fortunate Person: When someone ponders over the great teachings of the Holy Quran, from a worldly perspective, the most fortunate person is the one with worldly possessions. As it is mentioned in Surah Al-Qasas, “So he came out before his people in his adornment.
Those who desired the worldly life said, “Oh, would that we had like what was given to Qarun. Indeed, he is one of great fortune.” Surah Al-Qasas [28: 79]. “But those who had been given knowledge said, “Woe to you! The reward of Allah is better for he who believes and does righteousness. And none are granted it except the patient.” Surah Al-Qasas [28: 80].
From another real perspective, the truly fortunate person, “Good and evil cannot be equal. Respond ?to evil? with what is best, then the one you are in a feud with will be like a close friend. But this cannot be attained except by those who are patient and who are truly fortunate”. Surah Fussilat [41: 34-35].
The young minds of the nation have to embrace the guidance and light offered by the Holy Quran to find healing for their physical, social, and spiritual ailments.
Be Beneficial for the People: The youth of the nation have to realise that the most precious, strong, and graceful are those who are very beneficial and productive for others, when we read Surah. Ar-Rad in the Holy Quran. “But what benefits people remain on the earth?” Surah Ar-Ra’d[13: 17]. Another Hadith Qudsi, which elaborates this context, “O Musa! Be a treasure for the poor, a fortress for the weak, and rain for the one who seeks refuge, and I will be your companion in times of hardship, a companion in solitude, and I will guard you day and night”. (Kinz al-Umal fi Sunan al-Aqwal al-Aqwal al-Muttaqi al-Hindi 6/487. Barqam (16664).
The young minds of the nation have to embrace the guidance and light offered by the Holy Quran to find healing for their physical, social, and spiritual ailments. The people from all walks of life can attain grace and success when their intentions and actions align with the teachings of the Holy Quran. Young minds are the true assets of any nation, and it is crucial to inspire them to turn to the Holy Quran. The Holy Quran has such power that its verses are capable of awakening hearts, sharpening minds, and guiding lives with integrity, compassion, and purpose. Dear Youth of the nation, let the Quran be your companion always, INSHAALLAH. May Allah grant all of us the strength to build and cultivate a strong and pure relationship with this great, blessed book, the Holy Quran. Ameen
The writer is a freelance columnist.