Sabr — Sabr
Patient perseverance — holding firm in obedience, against sin, and through trials without complaint against Allah.
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Proof • Quran 39:10
إِنَّمَا يُوَفَّى الصَّابِرُونَ أَجْرَهُم بِغَيْرِ حِسَابٍ
Hadith • Sahih Muslim (patience is a light)
وَالصَّبْرُ ضِيَاءٌ
Common misconception
Sabr is not passive suffering — it is active steadfastness: praying, striving and restraining the tongue while hurting.
Practice in 3 steps
- Name the trial and the obedience it demands.
- Pray two rakahs and ask for steadfastness.
- Guard the tongue from complaining about Allah’s decree.
Proof: Quran 39:10 • Sahih Muslim (patience is a light)
Learn details from a teacher; consult scholars for rulings.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of Sabr?
Patient perseverance — holding firm in obedience, against sin, and through trials without complaint against Allah.
What is the proof for Sabr?
Quran 39:10 and Sahih Muslim (patience is a light). Sabr is not passive suffering — it is active steadfastness: praying, striving and restraining the tongue while hurting.
How do I practice Sabr daily?
1. Name the trial and the obedience it demands. 2. Pray two rakahs and ask for steadfastness. 3. Guard the tongue from complaining about Allah’s decree.
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