Perseverence in the face of tests & criticism (Surah Al-Imraan)

[Zainab_M]

 


Reflections on the Noble Quraan


Allah (Subhanu Wa'Tala) has stated in the Glorious Quraan to believers that life will surely contain challenges and tests for us to prove the strength and constancy of our faith in Him.  The tests of life will also include the brash arguments and derision of the Divine Scripture.  The words of the attackers of the Glorious Quraan must not make us sway.  Rather, as we walk through this critical path, we will need to be patient and steadfast, and firmly focused on the guidance and wisdom we have acquired from the Divine Message.  It's important to know that the attitude of such attackers does not hurt Allah, and nor can it hurt us, as long as we are firmly focused on our goal and remain rational, realistic and truthful. 

This is a situation that has proven to be very true in every era of history.


"Assuredly ye will be tried in your property and in your persons, and ye will hear much wrong from those who were given the Scripture before you, and from the idolaters. But if ye persevere and ward off (evil), then that is of the steadfast heart of things." (3:186)  Al-Imran