Ibn al-Qayyim رحمه الله: “Ultimate pleasure, perfect delight and rejoice, grace and good life are found only in knowing Allah, worshipping Him alone, feeling comfort and affability while being with Him, loving to meet Him, and devoting the heart and endeavours for Him.”
book: Heartfelt Advice to a Friend - Ibn al-Qayyim
🇵🇸 Israeli soldiers were seen tearing apart a Holy Quran and throwing it on the floor of a mosque they raided and demolished in Gaza. The footage was later uploaded to their groups and social media accounts, sparking outrage among the Muslim community.
Indeed, a good and beneficial life, with peace of mind are attained through the tranquility and comfort found while being in the company of the first love [i.e. Allah], no matter how much the heart swings between all the worldly pleasures one loves and desires,
it will never enjoy any of them until one feels comfort and safety and delight with his Lord; the only Supporter and Protector whose authority surpasses [all] the creation and without whom no support or protection can be achieved.
Book: Heartfelt Advice to a Friend- Imam ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah