Remembering Allah/Excerpt from Ml Zubair Kandhlawi (rah)’s speeches and notes.

We need to strengthen our relationship with Allah. This is done with remembrance, that is, by taking his name.

What a human being loves, he takes pleasure in mentioning. We are in love with the ephemeral things of this world. We mention them fondly and derive pleasure from doing so.

We should have such a relationship with Allah that we are devoid of peace without mentioning his name.

To the extent of our remembrance, our hearts in turn will be filled with light, illumination, peace and tranquility. In Allah’s name there is great good, blessings and spiritual elevation.

“Blessed is the name of your Lord..”(55:78)

Remembering the ephemeral things of this world increases anxiety, heedlessness and disaccord in the heart. But remembering Allah will bring light, peace and tranquility into our heart.

Today the hearts are in disarray and anxious, the reason being that the heart and tongue are void of Allah’s remembrance.

“Unquestionably, by the remembrance of Allah hearts are assured.” (13:28)

To the extent of our remembrance and taking Allah’s name, problems and difficulties will dissipate. Discussing the things of this world will bring forth tribulations, afflictions, illnesses and worries, but remembering Allah will drive away problems as Allah is pleased. Allah will save one from his punishment.

What should have happened is that every moment our tongue and heart are busy remembering Allah. However, if this is not possible, at least for a small period of time, with deliberate focus, remember Allah such that a relationship with Allah is established.