Sabr

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In Islam, **Sabr** (Arabic: صبر) means "patience, perseverance, and steadfastness." It is one of the most important and highly praised virtues in the Qur'an.

**Characteristics of Sabr:**

* Enduring hardship and adversity without complaining or despairing.

* Maintaining faith and trust in God, even during challenging times.

* Resisting temptations and sinful desires.

* Accepting God's will with grace and submission.

* Treating others with kindness and compassion, even when they mistreat you.

**Benefits of Sabr:**

* It brings inner peace and tranquillity.

* It strengthens one's faith and relationship with God.

* It helps one overcome obstacles and achieve goals.

* It earns God's reward and forgiveness.

* It is a sign of true piety and righteousness.

**Virtues Associated with Sabr:**

* **Tawwakul (Trust in God):** Those who practice sabr have deep trust that God will guide and provide for them.

* **Shukr (Gratitude):** They express gratitude to God for both the good and the bad in their lives, recognizing that all things ultimately come from Him.

* **Ihsan (Excellence):** They strive to do good deeds and treat others with kindness, even in the face of adversity.

**Examples of Sabr in the Qur'an:**

* **The patience of Prophet Job (Ayyub):** Despite enduring severe physical and emotional trials, Job remained patient and steadfast in his faith. (Qur'an 38:44)

٤٤  وَخُذْ بِيَدِكَ ضِغْثًا فَاضْرِبْ بِهِ وَلَا تَحْنَثْ ۗ إِنَّا وَجَدْنَاهُ صَابِرًا ۚ نِعْمَ الْعَبْدُ ۖ إِنَّهُ أَوَّابٌ

44  “Take with your hand a bundle, and strike with it, and do not break your oath.” We found him patient. What an excellent servant! He was obedient.

* **The patience of the believers at the Battle of Uhud:** They suffered heavy losses but maintained their faith and remained unified. (Qur'an 3:146)

١٤٦  وَكَأَيِّنْ مِنْ نَبِيٍّ قَاتَلَ مَعَهُ رِبِّيُّونَ كَثِيرٌ فَمَا وَهَنُوا لِمَا أَصَابَهُمْ فِي سَبِيلِ اللَّهِ وَمَا ضَعُفُوا وَمَا اسْتَكَانُوا ۗ وَاللَّهُ يُحِبُّ الصَّابِرِينَ

146  How many a prophet fought alongside him numerous godly people? They did not waver for what afflicted them in the cause of Allah, nor did they weaken, nor did they give in. Allah loves those who endure.

* **The patience of the scholars and those who strive for knowledge:** They endure hardships in pursuit of wisdom and understanding. (Qur'an 39:9)

أَمَّنْ هُوَ قَانِتٌ آنَاءَ اللَّيْلِ سَاجِدًا وَقَائِمًا يَحْذَرُ الْآخِرَةَ وَيَرْجُو رَحْمَةَ رَبِّهِ ۗ قُلْ هَلْ يَسْتَوِي الَّذِينَ يَعْلَمُونَ وَالَّذِينَ لَا يَعْلَمُونَ ۗ إِنَّمَا يَتَذَكَّرُ أُولُو الْأَلْبَابِ

9  Is he who worships devoutly during the watches of the night, prostrating himself and standing up, mindful of the Hereafter, and placing his hope in the mercy of his Lord? Say, “Are those who know and those who do not know equal?” Only those possessed of reason will remember.

In conclusion, Sabr is a crucial virtue for Muslims and a sign of true faith. By practising patience, Muslims gain inner strength, strengthen their connection with God, and earn His reward and forgiveness.