When the pain overtakes you, reach inside. Gather the broken pieces, and hand them to God. Ask Him to remake your heart. Different, this time. Stronger. More beautiful. This is how we are made, and remade by the Maker.
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When you suffer, don't speak. Look inside and listen for the duaa He inspires in you. and then ask Him. Again and again. Don't stop.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote encourages introspection during difficult times and emphasizes the importance of continued prayer and seeking divine help.
Yasmin Mogahed's quote highlights the power of inner reflection during moments of suffering. It suggests that instead of expressing outward discomfort, one should turn inward to find the supplication (duaa) that arises from within, therefore fostering a deeper connection with God through persistent prayer. The insistence on repeating this process implies that resilience and faith are essential in overcoming hardship.
Themes
SufferingPrayerIntrospectionFaithDuaa
In practice
Example use cases
During a spiritual retreat, someone shared this quote to encourage others facing personal struggles.
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