The Battle of the Self Towards the Straight Path
Author⭐ Muhammad Bilal Iftikhar Khan ⭐
To live like the noblest of creation, it is essential to have a purpose in life. This purpose gives direction and determination. The stages of capacity bring about progress on the journey and maintain accuracy along the way. That is, the journey that began for the sake of Allah leads to the Sirat al-Mustaqim through the development of capacity.
Now, it is up to the son of Adam to decide whether he will travel the path of material life as the lowest of the low or as the best of creation.
Yes, regardless of how one travels, remember that the biggest obstacle on the journey through time and space is the self. It takes the lowest to even greater depths and tries to dig holes and bring down the best of creation. The journey with a purpose has more friction, as the person does not know when the self will intoxicate them with the intoxication of ego and they will become addicted to the very traps they were trying to avoid.
One more thing, you have to make the decision, but the courage and intention for success and action is a gift from Allah. The guidance of a spiritual guide is also necessary because it increases motivation and desire. If the connection is broken, the cup becomes empty and the voice becomes louder. O Allah, you are the Generous, the Merciful, the Lord of the Lords, and the Possessor of Majesty and Honor. Grant us success and steadfastness. If Your mercy is not bestowed, Your servants will be humiliated and disgraced. O Lord of the Worlds, O Generous One, show us Your mercy, for You are our Lord and Creator and we are Your servants. Guide us to the Sirat al-Mustaqim and make the path easy. Amen, and amen again.
How is it possible to treat one's mistakes without understanding one's nature?
The reality of one's limitations can only be understood when one understands oneself. The nafs (ego) is like a crooked bone. In trying to straighten it, one will either give up or break it, and neither situation is commendable. Therefore, the treatment is to understand one's nature.
The treatment of the nafs (ego) only takes place in the furnace of love.
And love comes from falling in love. Love, like a vessel, also has stages: liking, developing intimacy, falling in love, and then true love. The ultimate stage is annihilation and after annihilation, eternal existence.
Love begins with companionship, which creates a connection. And when the connection matures, it becomes love.
Therefore, remember the saying of the Holy Prophet (peace be upon him). He said that the example of a bad companion and a good companion is like that of a perfumer and a blacksmith. A good companion is like a perfumer, who will either give you perfume as a gift or you will buy perfume from him. Or at the very least, you will enjoy his pure fragrance. A bad companion is like a blacksmith who blows in the furnace, who will either burn your body and clothes or you will smell his bad odor.
So friends, if you want to reform your nafs (ego), seek the company of good people.
The paths will become easier and you will receive abundant blessings. Insha'Allah.۔۔
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- Self-improvement :: This is the overarching theme of the article, focusing on overcoming the challenges of the ego (nafs) and achieving spiritual growth.
- Purpose :: The article emphasizes the importance of finding a life purpose that guides your journey.
- Sirat al-Mustaqim :: This refers to the "straight path" in Islamic eschatology, which leads to paradise.
- Ego (nafs) This is a central concept in Islamic thought, referring to the human self's desires and inclinations.
- Spiritual development.: The article discusses stages of spiritual growth and overcoming the obstacles presented by the ego.
- Guidance : The importance of seeking guidance from Allah and a spiritual guide is highlighted.
- Love :: The article emphasizes the role of love in the process of self-transformation.
- Companionship::
- The importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences is discussed.
- خودی کی اصلاح (Khudi ki Islah) This translates directly to "self-improvement" and captures the essence of overcoming the nafs.
- مقصد زندگی (Maqsad Zindagi) This refers to the "purpose of life" discussed in the article.
- صراط مستقیم (Sirat al-Mustaqim) This translates directly to the "straight path."
- نفس (Nafs) This word refers to the ego in Islamic thought.
- روحانی ترقی (Ruhani Taraqi) This translates to "spiritual development."
- راہنمائی (Rahnumai) This refers to "guidance" from Allah and a spiritual guide.
- محبت (Muhabbat) This translates to "love" and its role in self-transformation.
- رفیق (Rafiq) This refers to "companionship" and its positive influence on self-improvement.
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