Contentment
28 sayings
In Al-Mahasin it is narrated : "One who is contented with divine destiny is the one most aware of Allah."
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 134 link
The most important aspect of obedience to Allah is being content with and being patient with what Allah has decreed whether we like it or not. And when one is content with what Allah has decreed for him, whether he likes it or not, that which is decreed is best for him.
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 135 link
"Allah has placed some good in whatever He has decreed for a believer with which the believer is content."
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 136 link
Imam Baqir (a.s) quoted on the authority of the Prophet of Allah (a.s) Allah the Almighty said: "I swear by My Majesty and My Honor that I have not created any creature dearer to Me than a believer. That is why I put My own name (believer) on him. He should be content with My action if I deprive him of whatever lies between the East and the west, or if I bestow on him whatever exists between the East and the West. He should be patient with any catastrophes that I descend upon him, and he should be grateful for My blessings. O' Muhammad! Please record his name among the honest ones near Me."
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 137 link
Imam Hassan Mujtaba (a.s) met Abdullah ibn Ja'far and told him: "O' Abdullah! How can one be a believer if he is not content with what Allah has destined for him; and considers his position to be low even though Allah has destined it for him. I guarantee that the supplications of those who think only of Allah's pleasure will be accepted."
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 138 link
Comfort and convenience lie in contentment and certitude, and sorrow and sadness lie in doubt and anger.
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 139 link
Religious knowledge guides us towards love for Allah. Allah will honor those who were chosen by Allah for their contentment, and Allah will debase those who make Him angry. Contentment and anger are two of Allah's creatures, and He will increase which ever He pleases.
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 140 link
Whoever ignores Allah should not become upset if his daily bread is delayed. He should not accuse Allah regarding his destiny.
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 141 link
If you have at your disposal what suffices you, refrain from seeking what makes of you a rebel.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 1023; Page No. 144 link
If you knew about the saved things for you, you would not feel sad for what you lack now.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 1026; Page No. 144 link
Blessed is the one who is guided to Islam, who has sufficient sustenance, and who is contented with it.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 344; Page No. 53 link
A little sufficient thing is better than a lot making one negligent.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 94; Page No. 21 link
A man gains more value when the world is less worthy in his view.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 96; Page No. 21 link
A little, but sufficient, is better than much leading to vanity.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 95; Page No. 21 link
A man of ancient times wore a fine garment and walked out proudly. God commanded the earth to take him, and he will thus be suspended in it till the Day of judgment.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 97; Page No. 21 link
Every one of you should be contented with a passenger's provision.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 554; Page No. 81 link
Contentment is an unfailing wealth.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 417; Page No. 63 link
A rich man's request (to people) will be a badge of shame on his face in the Day of Judgment.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 123; Page No. 25 link
A rich man's request (to people) will lead him to Hell.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 124; Page No. 25 link
A thankful heart, a mindful tongue, and a virtuous wife who helps man in worldly and otherworldly affairs, are better than whatever people might treasure.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 133; Page No. 26 link
A creature who loses his power of sight but keeps patient and is satisfied with the divine will, will surely be allowed to Paradise.
Nahj al Fasahah; Tradition No. 54; Page No. 15&16 link
"One night when the Prophet (a.s) was in Ayeshah's room, she asked him: "O' Prophet of Allah! Why is it that you always put yourself to so much trouble, even though all your past and future sins are forgiven?" He replied: "O' Ayeshah! Should I not be grateful?" Ayeshah said: "Allah's Prophet (a.s) always stood up on his toes." Then the following verse was revealed: "We have not sent down the Quran to thee to be (an occasion) for thy distress."
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 148 link
Allah can fulfill people's needs through means in the hands of other people. Whoever gets what he needs should be content, patient and accept it from Allah.
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 142 link
Imam Amir-ul-Mu'mineen Ali [a] said
People gather together either out of consent or displeasure. If they are pleased with an affair, they will commit themselves to it. But if they are displeased with an affair, they will abandon it.
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 143 link
Imam Ali ibn Musa al-Rida [a] said
Imam Reza (a.s) quoted on the authority of his noble grandfather (a.s): "A group of people went to visit Allah's Prophet (a.s) in one of the battles. The Prophet (a.s) asked them from which tribe they were. They told him that they were of the believers. He asked them about the degree of their faith. They replied: "We are patient during times of hardship, we are grateful during times of poverty, and we are content with what Allah has destined for us." The Prophet (a.s) said: "Those people are so wise and knowledgeable that they are nearly in the position of Prophets." Then he faced them and said: "Then if you are what you claim to be, do not build what you will not live in; do not collect what you will not eat; and fear Allah to whom is your return."
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 144 link
Perseverance and contentment with divine destiny are the highest forms of Allah's worship. Allah will only destine what is beneficial for those who are patient and content with what Allah destines for them-whether they like it or not.
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 145 link
One of the companions of Imam Sadiq (a.s) went to see him. The Imam (a.s) was seriously ill and near death. He saw that the Imam (a.s) was very weak, and he cried. Imam Sadiq (a.s) asked why he cried. He said: "Should I not cry seeing you this way?" "Do not cry. Believers are always receiving what is good for them. Be it they lose a part of their body, or they become the owner of whatever lies between the East and the West, it is good for them."
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 146 link
Imam Amir-ul-Mu'mineen Ali [a] said
: "Being grateful for Allah's blessings is not committing divinely forbidden acts."
Mishkat ul-Anwar, Section 1 on Faith, Islam & Related Issues, Chapter 7 on Contentment, Hadees 147 link
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