So many of us yearn to be in Hajj this year, yet were stuck, year after year, bidding farewell to those leaving, longing to go instead. But out of Gods Mercy and knowledge that not every one of us will get to go every year, He gave those of us left behind an incredible gift - the first 10 days of Dhul Hijjah. These days are the day version of the last 10 nights of Ramadan. If you were in Hajj physically, youd increase in your remembrance and praise of Him. So instead, in these same days, but wherever you are, increase in your remembrance and praise of Him. If you were in Hajj and you helped an elder person out, youd remember Gods mercy on you for being in Hajj and having that opportunity. So here, too, help out an elder parent, grandparent or elderly person you notice needs help or simply a massive smile. And do it because youre in the blessed days of Dhul Hijjah. If you were in Hajj, youd be surrounded by Quran and the five prayers would be something you just couldnt miss out on. Just like that, in these blessed days, swap music for Quran and remind yourself to keep up your prayers. We may not be there physically, but we can be there spiritually. With every good deed you do, renew your intention. Cooking dinner? Its for the sake of God, to take care of your body and those in your home. Doing homework? Its for the sake of God, to progress academically and in hopes of a successful future. Turned away from an inappropriate scene on tv? Remember, do it for the sake of God, to draw nearer to Him, to stay away from all Hes displeased with. Driving to work? Youre doing it to please God, to make a pure income, to take care of your financial needs and that of those who depend on you. And when you give charity online, imagine the smiling face of a 90 year old man who can finally afford dinner, or a young child who can finally quell their hunger pains. Youd see it in person in Hajj. But you can imagine it spiritually now. With every good, ask God to bless you and your loved ones with visiting His Blessed House with the Hujjaj soon. Esp. in these days, take advantage of what can give you the reward of performing Hajj and Umrah. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) taught us, Whosoever offers his morning (fajr) prayer in congregation, then remains seated making the dhikr of Allah until the sun rises, and thereafter offers two rakats, they will receive the reward of performing a Hajj and Umrah. (Sunan Tirmidhi) Theres still a few more days of Dhul Hijjah. Lets not continue sitting around, wishing we were there, forgetting the blessings of these days and wasting time. Lets imagine we are there. Lets understand that God made these blessed days international, regardless of location, and actually take advantage of them. Perhaps because of our intention, He will accept from us as He accepts from the Hujjaj.
Posted on: Tue, 15 Oct 2013 09:02:43 +0000
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