Desires make slaves out of kings and patience makes kings out of slaves.
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To completely trust in Allah is to be like a child who knows deeply that even if he does not call for the mother, the mother is totally aware of his condition and is looking after him.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of complete trust in Allah, akin to a child's trust in a caring mother.
In this quote, Al-Ghazali compares the deep trust one should have in Allah to the instinctive trust a child has in their mother. Just as a child feels secure knowing their mother is aware of their needs, believers are reminded that Allah is always mindful and nurturing, even when they may not actively seek His help. This portrayal underscores the essence of faith, emphasizing that trust in divine care leads to a sense of security and peace.
Themes
TrustFaithAllahMotherCareChild
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of faith, one might use this quote to illustrate the idea of divine trust.
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