Perceiving Positively –
When the sons of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, died and he was left with only daughters, the leaders of the non-Muslims of Mecca insulted him by claiming his lineage had been cut-off and his name would be forgotten after his death. As a result, Allah, the Exalted, revealed chapter 108 Al Kawthar, verses 1-3:
“Indeed, We have granted you an abundant of good. So pray to your Lord and offer sacrifice [to Him alone]. Indeed, your enemy is the one cut off.”
This has been discussed in Imam Al Wahidi’s, Asbab Al Nuzul, 108:1-3, Page 166.
These verses teach Muslims to always look at situations in a positive way as Allah, the Exalted, did not direct the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, to demonstrate patience at the loss of his sons. Instead, He directed him to show gratitude for the other countless blessings He had granted him.
It is important for Muslims to adopt a positive mind-set as it is a great tool to aid them when dealing with difficulties so that they remain obedient to Allah, the Exalted. Whenever a person faces difficulties they should always understand a truth that the difficulty could have been much worse. If it was a worldly problem they should be grateful it was not an affliction affecting their faith. Instead of dwelling on the immediate sadness which accompanies the difficulty they should concentrate on the end and the reward which is waiting for those who demonstrate patience for the sake of Allah, the Exalted. When a person loses a few blessings they should recount the countless blessings they still possess. In each difficulty, a Muslim should remember the verse of the Holy Quran which reminds Muslims that there are many hidden wisdoms to difficulties and tests which they have not observed. Therefore, the situation they are facing is better than the situation they desired. Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 216:
“…But perhaps you hate a thing and it is good for you; and perhaps you love a thing and it is bad for you. And Allah knows, while you know not.”
To conclude, a Muslim should reflect on these facts and others so that they adopt a positive mind-set which is a key element in dealing with difficulties in a way which leads to countless blessings in both worlds. Remember, the cup is not half empty it is instead half full.
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