3 Lessons From Lady Hajar (AS)
While Sakeenah recognizes the importance of holding our faith close to the work we do, it’s also important to note that taking action is an essential part of the process too. Nevertheless, there are beautiful lessons of strength and resilience to be found in Lady Hajar’s story.
1. Have Tawakkul
Hajar (AS) was left abandoned in a barren desert, with a baby that needed to be fed, and not a drop of water in sight. When she was told by her husband, Prophet Ibrahim (AS), that this was Allah’s order, she said, “If Allah has asked you to leave us here, then He will not abandon us.”
Tawakkul means to have faith in Allah and His plan. A hard pill to swallow for the average person, but the only comfort needed for Hajar. In dire situations it can be difficult to have faith, but even in being abandoned, Hajar knew that she was never truly alone.
2. Trust in Allah and Tie Your Camel
Hajar (AS) trusted that Allah put her in this barren desert for a reason, and that He would provide for her and ensure her needs were taken care of. Nonetheless, when her milk began to run dry and her baby grew hungry, she did not sit around waiting for a miracle.
Hajar searched and searched for help, pacing seven times between the hills of Safa and Marwa until the miracle of Zamzam water sprouted before her. Even when all hope seems lost, and survival seems something like that of a miracle, Hajar (AS) did not give up.
3. Hold on to Hope
Completely alone without a person in sight, except for her baby at the point of starvation, stranded in the scorching desert heat — Hajar’s trials were heavy. And although she had tawakkul and took action on her part, none of this action could be accomplished without Hajar (AS) holding on to hope.
A strong sense of hope fuelled her to take action; pacing not once, not twice, but SEVEN times between Safa and Marwa, positive that the next lap would bring her success. Hajar’s hope has rewarded not only her, but us too, to this day — where we now mimic her journey during Hajj.
What does this mean for you?
Remember that Allah SWT knows your potential and strength best. While we receive trials and tests from Him as a sign of His love, this doesn’t mean we sit stagnant waiting for His mercy. Have tawakkul, but tie your camel too.
Anas ibn Malik reported:
A man asked the Prophet, “O Messenger of Allah, should I tie my camel and trust in Allah, or should I leave her untied and trust in Allah?” The Prophet PBUH, said, “Tie her and trust in Allah.”
(Sunan al-Tirmidhī)
At Sakeenah, every moment counts. While we know the gravity of miracles, we can’t afford to wait for them to happen. Trust in Him, have hope and let us help you tie your camel.
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