The next wisdom behind tests and difficulties is that they can lead to great happiness for those who possess true knowledge. This is because the knowledgeable are aware of the great blessings which result from being patient during difficulties. For example, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, once advised in a Hadith found in Sunan Ibn Majah, number 4023, that Allah, the Exalted, tests each person according to the strength of their faith. So an intelligent muslim knows they are being tested because they possess strong faith and this is an excellent indication of one’s salvation in both worlds. Another example is a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2402. On Judgment Day when the people who did not face great tests in the world observe the reward given to those who patiently endured tests they will wish they faced similar difficulties during their lives on Earth, such as having their skins cut off with scissors. When a muslim facing difficulties ponders over these teachings it can lead to much happiness as they hope to receive a great reward in both worlds from Allah, the Exalted. This is like the one who happily swallows a bitter medicine in anticipation of the joy which good health brings. Chapter 39 Az Zumar, verse 10:
“…the patient will be given their reward without account [i.e., limit].”
The next wisdom behind tests and difficulties is that they can lead to true gratitude of Allah, the Exalted. This is when one internally acknowledges that each blessing they possess has been granted to them by none other than Allah, the Exalted. They verbally show gratitude by praising Allah, the Exalted, for these blessings. And most importantly, they demonstrate true gratitude by using each blessing according to the teachings of Islam. This in turn leads to an increase in blessings. Chapter 14 Ibrahim, verse 7:
“…’If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor]…”
When a person temporarily and even permanently loses a blessing, such as their good health, they are more likely to appreciate its value and therefore use the blessing and other blessings correctly, which is true gratitude. This appreciation of blessings, in some cases, does not occur without a person facing difficulties and tests first.
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