Science of Sakinah [tranquility]

Edit: (Knowing Al-Sakinah a direct science could be misleading as it is a divine gift from Allah directly, however, in the title 'science' as mentioned is in relation to explanation of mechanism of Sakinah, as it is from Allah, science follows it secondarily, not primarily as everything in creation has a science behind it)

Sakinah (السكينة) is a theological and spiritual concept in Islam, not a material "science" subject to empirical measurement like physics or biology. It refers to divine tranquility, inner peace, reassurance, firmness, and serenity that Allah bestows, especially during trials, fear, or spiritual striving. It calms the heart, strengthens faith, and brings stability to the soul, mind, and body.

How Does Sakinah Come — Through Angels or Directly from Allah?

The Quran describes it as directly from Allah ("Allah sent down His sakinah..."), emphasizing divine initiative and grace.

In several verses (e.g., 9:26, 9:40, 48:4), it is phrased as "anzala Allāhu sakīnatahu" (Allah sent down His tranquility), indicating a direct bestowal from God.

In one instance (2:248, with the Ark), it is associated with angels carrying the Ark, but the sakinah itself is "from your Lord."

Angels often accompany such events as "soldiers" or supporters (e.g., unseen forces in 9:26 and 9:40), acting as agents of Allah’s will. However, the source and essence of sakinah remain directly from Allah, not mediated as a separate creation. Islamic theology holds that all divine gifts and actions occur through Allah’s power, with angels as executors when He wills.

It is both a gift (bestowed by Allah) and a result of one’s own faith and remembrance of God, a synergistic (cooperative) divine-human interaction.

Elemental Truth Behind Sakinah: Spiritual Calm in Heart, Soul, Mind, and Body

The "elemental truth" is rooted in profound awareness of Allah’s presence and closeness (e.g., "We are closer to him than his jugular vein" — Quran 50:16). This awareness produces stillness (sukun) in the heart, countering fear, anxiety, and turmoil.

Key aspects:

Heart (Qalb): The seat of faith and emotions. Sakinah brings firmness after doubt, calm after disturbance, and increased certainty (yaqeen). It is described as dignity and composure that settles in the heart.

Soul (Nafs/Ruh): It aligns the soul with divine will, reducing inner conflict and fostering contentment (rida) and patience (sabr).

Mind: Promotes clarity, wise decision-making, and detachment from worldly distractions, allowing focus on what pleases Allah.

Body: Indirect effects through reduced stress, better emotional regulation, and a sense of peace that can manifest physically (e.g., steadier nerves, restful state).

Psychological/Scientific Parallels (modern lens, not replacement for theology)

Sakinah resembles states of psychological resilience, mindfulness, or "flow", deep calm amid adversity. Practices like dhikr (remembrance of Allah), Quran recitation, and prayer activate parasympathetic responses (rest-and-digest), lowering cortisol (stress hormone), and promoting emotional regulation.

Attention Restoration Theory and similar ideas link tranquility to restorative environments or focused spiritual practice that reduces cognitive overload.

Neurospirituality research shows faith-based practices can rewire brain responses to stress, enhancing well-being, aligning with how sakinah strengthens the believer in trials.

Ultimately, the core truth is tawhid (oneness of God) realized in the heart, knowing Allah is in control, near, and sufficient removes existential fear. Sakinah is not earned mechanically but granted by divine grace to those who strive with faith, good deeds, and reliance on Him. It is most felt in moments of sincere worship, difficulty, or deep reflection.

Scholars like Ibn al-Qayyim describe it as a virtue of the heart’s peace (tumaʾnīnah), composure, and repose bestowed by Allah. It is both a cause and effect of strong iman. For practical cultivation, consistent prayer, Quran engagement, and trust in Allah’s decree.

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u/MASJAM126 — 3 days ago

Justice for our sister driven to a tragic end.

This is a formal plea to the Pakistani legal community and particularly to lawyers based in the UAE. A young Pakistani girl has tragically been forced to a heartbreaking end after facing relentless, horrific harassment from a UAE-based family. We refuse to let this injustice go unnoticed, and we are determined to bring the culprits to account.

The evidence against this family is overwhelming. They targeted our sister during her most vulnerable moments, completely mocking and weaponizing her mother’s extreme illness. They systematically shamed her, sent terrifying death threats, threatened acid attacks, and blackmailed her by claiming they would leak her private photographs. Driven to the absolute brink by this psychological torture, she faced devastating consequences.

We cannot let these criminals hide abroad. Because the perpetrators reside in Dubai, legal experts specializing in UAE criminal law are essential to navigating this pursuit of justice. Under UAE cyberbullying, blackmail, and defamation laws, these actions carry severe punishments. We want to see every single individual involved behind bars.

Please review the heartbreaking timeline and documentation left behind by the victim. You can read the girl's posts directly on her profile:

* https://www.reddit.com/u/helpoutapsl/s/GXjo8WjOQQ

The extensive evidence detailing the harassment, threats, and abuse can be accessed through these links:

* https://www.reddit.com/r/LahoreSocial/s/IKMzwofAVz

* https://www.reddit.com/r/LahoreSocial/s/jyIOaWeV1t

* https://www.reddit.com/r/LahoreSocial/s/tVsj0bbhBh

We are looking for licensed attorneys, legal consultants, or anyone with direct expertise in UAE criminal litigation and cross-border cybercrimes. If you are a lawyer practicing in the UAE, or if you know a professional who can help us file an official case, please comment below immediately so we can coordinate and pursue this matter.

We must stand together as a community to ensure that those who exploit geographical boundaries to destroy innocent lives face the full severity of the law.

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u/MASJAM126 — 3 days ago

I am at threat of life

Someone from my family have caused a conflict due to which either they will be hurting me, or I have to defend myself through actions against them. It anyone has any links to the dark web or in contact with such credibility, I am willing to share the situation in private, I am willing to pay for tasks too. If I don't take actions now, my life and family's security could be at stake.

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u/MASJAM126 — 5 days ago

Anybody wants sugarcane vinegar?

Dm if need any. 3.5 on Ph scale. Each bottle is half liter. Location: Lahore

1500 per bottle for Lahore only, cost varies for nationwide delivery.

Sugarcane vinegar aids digestion, manages blood sugar spikes, and offers anti-aging antioxidants. Its low glycemic index supports weight management, while its natural organic acids enhance nutrient absorption and boost liver health. It also serves as a delicious, low-calorie addition to healthy dressings and marinades.

Vinegar never expires if preserved in glass or china or clay pot.

u/MASJAM126 — 7 days ago
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Thousands are dying in Europe over heatwaves, meanwhile Pakistanis can't quit tea in 45°

In 2024 while I was peacticing in civil courts Lahore, a day of 45°, extreme heat, such that I had to hydrate every half an hour to stay alive. Me and my senior council after returning from courts to the sitting area near LDA complex ordered 5 cups of tea for guests too that came along, and yes I was an addict of tea then. Unbelievable but true, I was sweating in that heat, my clothes were all wet out of sweat (except coat) and then the tea came, I was holding the tea and was just watching all the guys having it in that heat.

I was seeing them before taking my first sip to make sure if they are not joking? How could they? I had to have tea at that time while sweating, they all were sweating enough that was visible to the eyes, and it was surely an unbelieveble experience, I am sure tea addicts do that to this day even. We Pakistanis won't mind this scorching heat and would fulfil the addiction of tea even at 50° as stupid as it sounds, it's real, if you don't believe me, see that for yourself and even document it if you will.

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u/MASJAM126 — 7 days ago

Despite an increase in knowledge and wealth around the world, the trials remain persistant, appears the best time for self revolution

In the world of advanced technology, where technology has a share in the lives of common people around the world, despite some people acquiring wealth more than nations, there is inequality, exploitation of wealth that is supposed to be shared with and assist the common people. Despite having cures to diseases that were unimaginable for the people of the past, medicines to strict diseases are limited to only a few.

You will see abundance of earth's resources that could be shared while profited in a healthy manner, still governments and corporations exploit them to the extent of human lives, where a basic necessity like water if present in abundance in a specific land is then exploited and corrupted by corporation for their profits which then causes harm to human life and life in general.

Then widespread wars (that are meant to spread more by the passage of time) knocks at our doors. The stubborness of rulers have taken this world where it is now, while the poor man suffers by the corruption of a few men in authority, what then is left? Every individual holds the authority to change the world for the better, to leave a mark of justice that ends up effecting calestial destinies within the lives.

When mentioning karma (a notion that what we do, we get in return) is an unbreakable force that our actions reaches us and our destiny one way or another. That if done good in life, the only thing to expect from nature is good and if done evil, it returns. No doubt that trials are a permanent part of this life, no life can ever exist without a trial here, and this does not take away the return of good or evil that people do in life.

With technology have emerged revelation of knowledge and wisdom that awaits us, with a calestial device like technology appears oppertunity for all to take what benefits humanity and not that which destroys it, offcourse our actions are based upon the choice we take from the free will. It is time to enlighten ourselves with pure wisdom of light that is real, that is alive and is an eternal entity.

When chosen a path in life, it should only be nobility, in a life that is temporary we should and only care for those who are in need, those capable to provide positive assistance must never hesitate to do so. For whatever the reach there is for charity of either wealth, knowledge or of any other kind, it should not be delayed. There are people all around the world that are in need of things which many have, we must not leave then alone.

Is this world too attractive for you that you ignore those who are needy just because you are having a time of leasure? Do the cries of children, women, men don't reach you enough to take action for the cause of assistance? Is your wealth, health and knowledge not enough to feed the deprived (deprived of aid, knowldege, wisdom or whatever means)? Or do you love this world more than death that follows you every day and night? Enlighten your heart with the light that Allah have provided you, alive your heart with the pain of people and share the pain that they have within your heart.

"Life passes like clouds, do good while you can" Ali Ibn Abi Talib a.s

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u/MASJAM126 — 7 days ago
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Divine protection and guidance in Ayat al Kursi, Surah Falak and Surah an Nas

●Ayat al-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:255)

Verse Number: 2:255

English Translation:

Allah—there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of all existence. Neither drowsiness overtakes Him nor sleep. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission? He knows what is before them and what will be after them, and they encompass nothing of His knowledge except what He wills. His Kursi extends over the heavens and the earth, and preserving them does not tire Him. And He is the Most High, the Most Great.

●Surah Al-Falaq (Chapter 113)

Number of Verses: 5

113:1 – Say, "I seek refuge in the Lord of daybreak,

113:2 – From the evil of that which He created,

113:3 – And from the evil of darkness when it settles,

113:4 – And from the evil of the blowers in knots,

113:5 – And from the evil of an envier when he envies.

●Surah An-Nas (Chapter 114)

Number of Verses: 6

114:1 – Say, "I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind,

114:2 – The Sovereign of mankind,

114:3 – The God of mankind,

114:4 – From the evil of the retreating whisperer,

114:5 – Who whispers into the breasts of mankind,

114:6 – From among jinn and mankind.

Recite them every day and every night to know the difference, read in your own language to better understand the Verses and the messages in them. These Verses are means of high protection against every evil. These Verses shows the power and might of Allah and how Allah is the sole protector and the ultimate sustainer of the universe.

–Kursi (ٱلْكُرْسِيّ) = The Footstool or Seat.

–Al-Falaq (الفلق) = The Daybreak, The Dawn, or The Breaking of the Day

–An-Nas (الناس) = The People or Mankind.

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u/MASJAM126 — 8 days ago

Divine protection and guidence in Ayat al Kursi, Surah Falak and Surah an Nas

●Ayat al-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:255)

Verse Number: 2:255

English Translation:

Allah—there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of all existence. Neither drowsiness overtakes Him nor sleep. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission? He knows what is before them and what will be after them, and they encompass nothing of His knowledge except what He wills. His Kursi extends over the heavens and the earth, and preserving them does not tire Him. And He is the Most High, the Most Great.

●Surah Al-Falaq (Chapter 113)

Number of Verses: 5

113:1 – Say, "I seek refuge in the Lord of daybreak,

113:2 – From the evil of that which He created,

113:3 – And from the evil of darkness when it settles,

113:4 – And from the evil of the blowers in knots,

113:5 – And from the evil of an envier when he envies.

●Surah An-Nas (Chapter 114)

Number of Verses: 6

114:1 – Say, "I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind,

114:2 – The Sovereign of mankind,

114:3 – The God of mankind,

114:4 – From the evil of the retreating whisperer,

114:5 – Who whispers into the breasts of mankind,

114:6 – From among jinn and mankind.

Recite them every day and every night to know the difference, read in your own language to better understand the Verses and the messages in them. These Verses are means of high protection against every evil. These Verses shows the power and might of Allah and how Allah is the sole protector and the ultimate sustainer of the universe.

–Kursi (ٱلْكُرْسِيّ) = The Footstool or Seat.

–Al-Falaq (الفلق) = The Daybreak, The Dawn, or The Breaking of the Day

–An-Nas (الناس) = The People or Mankind.

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u/MASJAM126 — 8 days ago

The war within is miraculous

Life contains within 2 sides, one is outer and the other is inner. Both are realms and within both are beings that are alive (like angels and jinns, as well as aspects of souls of people from whom we are influenced). The best colour is the colour of Allah, that colour is an aspect that too is shared by a human soul as soul is a blow of Allah. The two realms promises profound activity, a struggle that not everyone on earth and beyond shares.

For instance, not everyone is in a state of physical warfare, the same way not everyone is involved in the inner warfare of the soul. While both can be and mostly are faught when the soul is alived by the struggle. The inner struggle/war also known as Jihad al Akbar (the great war), the highest ranked war in existance, a war that requires no physical weaponary instead this war is faught against the negativity of existance and in that are the demons beaten if chosen nobility in free will.

To kill a negative thought that comes in mind is to kill or hurt a demon that brings that whisper or thought of negativity, and then enters the light of Allah, the colour of Allah that is the best colour to adapt to. Then there is the warfare of the physical world through words, actions, hands, all parts of body to declare justice around the world and this physical war is known as Jihad al Asghar (The minor war). The reason why Islam is a message of peace and not war is found within the major Jihad of the inner struggle.

This struggle must be maintained throughout the days and nights, without slipping or tiring for a single moment as it resembles immortality because this makes a person someone who becomes a friend of Allah and in this major war is such light that opens doors of knowledge that were unseen to us. The stages of knowledge and wisdom are passed through this struggle. This makes us accept those things that are new to us, not innovation, but adapting life with the era without changing the principles of Islam.

Prophets a.s of Islam have endured this struggle without a doubt, no Prophet a.s has passed through life without a strict struggle planted by Allah because struggle reminds of that this life remains temporary, even if acquired entire wealth of worlds. The urge of luxuries of life vanishes once entered this struggle, what remains is service to humanity. Allah is and shall always remain the best friend and helper as there is no friend and helper except Him.

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u/MASJAM126 — 9 days ago

An act of kindness costs nothing but buys everything

Have you ever been kind to people just to get hate in return? Doing so won't secure peace for the hater who hated you just because you were kind but that act of kindness will be remebered and thought upon and influence them throughout the years, perhaps reshape the thought process of them. But being kind to the undeserving most of the times hurt, that because being kind isn't necessarily a memory habit but an aspect of personality that builds through the lessons we learn in life.

It is quoted by Master Ali Ibn Abi Talib a.s that courtesy costs nothing but buys everything. The quotation is simple, but being among the courteous requires endurance of hurt sometimes because those on the other side are not always polite, no matter how much courteous you are but being courteous not only effects the others but also those who are being courteous. An act of kindness or unecessary hate returns to us one way or another.

In a world full of frustration and stress we should be kind towards the week for howsoever hardships we are facing, hardships should not change the shape of our courtesy. Offcourse there is this great war between good and evil, we choose a side among these and then we act upon it. Then comes the intentions, like a visible world, there is this hidden world inside our hearts that we should take care of as we take care of our body.

There is this war inside that is between good and evil and we should eliminate the evil within so in order to polish ourselves for the better, this war is no ordinary, it's a constant war, a struggle that continues throughout life once it's acknowledged, only then we become able to eliminate the evils that are in the physical realms outside of the hidden side of the heart.

Once we become kind enough, even to our enemies (with principles), the impact lasts longer than life, it makes those wonder upon whom the kindness was done in such a way that conques hearts.

My apologies to everyone I've hurt knowingly or unknowingly, the struggles of life sometimes makes us say those things that were never meant to be spoken. "Anger is like a ball of fire, if you swallow it, it's sweeter than honey" Master Ali Ibn Abi Talib a.s

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u/MASJAM126 — 10 days ago

Any vinegar experts here?

This is sugarcane vinegar on ph of 4, it's been fermenting for 20 days and I have bottled it. Somehow the taste is a bit half vinegar as it's syrupy, a bit sweet-like but not sweet, although vinegar isn't meant to taste sweet. Moreover I'm fermenting a date vinegar and added 200ml of white vinegar in 1.4 liter water in it, is it perfect or have I slowed down the fermentation process by adding too much white vinegar. Any bright ideas about this sugarcane vinegar? Should I ferment it again or is it good to go? Although I can assure even at ph 4 it isn't very acidic. The biggest downside of it is that it tastes heavy like or too much syrupy.

u/MASJAM126 — 11 days ago

Educated class is the greatest asset a nation can have

Reflect a bit upon Pakistan and we see a country torn out of corruption, incompetence in governance. Rulers have always focused to play big, gamble and take part in big projects and the most important and valuable asset that are the educated class are left behind. Our educational institutions are broken and somehow when a student becomes educated, the oppertunities are much less because of mismanagment.

Now that with computers (smart phones) in our hands in most parts of the days, these very computers have become an institution of education of the global age, where no one really needs a degree to build anti-matter (if applied precise, accurate and renewable sciences). Pakistan isn't broken beyond repair, no nation is, but people who are broken by the systems are victims of tyranncal systems.

We got educated class in Pakistan for every field of life, there was never a need for mass destruction and chaos against the system or rulership, instead practical solutions had always been available to follow. Even when army or democratic leaders corrupt resources, no one can stop us to educate the masses, no one can stop us to build trees, no one can stop anyone from building NGOs for renewable energies, medical sciences and engineering and with morals is law.

With right minds and concensus upon matters of reconstruction of a broken country, nothing seems impossible by practical means. The crimes that happen all around the world are due to lack of proper education. If a person is educated well from home but poorly educated in instutions, it's a save, if a person sees corruption in the households but educational instutions are correct thats a save too. What if entirety of masses are educated? That will lead a child to have education in homes and schools.

I'm not talking about changing the system, I'm talking about rebuilding it through meritocracy in new NGOs to be built. That with just a matter of educational purposes and researches, a lot can solve absolutely without a doubt.

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u/MASJAM126 — 12 days ago

The rising flag

One day before waking up I saw a vision, a black banner amidst the clouds, I could see the Alam (hand) and the rod, and just in a few seconds I saw something moving alongwith the rod (that was the cloth) with a red lining along the borders of the flag. The cloth didn't spread, it was attached to the rod.

It was only upon waking up when I realized that the flag was moving upwards in the sky and the pressure of air caused the cloth to be attached with the rod. This vision just before waking up got me motivated, faith and confidence had a boost as well. This vision was not ordinary, it seemed as it was real, like happening in real life and it could be that it happened in real life.

When I study world history and specifically Islamic history, I have known that there was no such thing as a golden age. The Ottomans ruled more like kings and less like Caliphs, huge and monsterous buildings, luxuries, art and caligraphy resembles a state of carelessness and arrogance instead of humility and straightforwardness towards ambitons to serve.

The Prophet s.w.w have known to have been involved in 80-86 or 88 battles and wars and never had he ever attacked initially, all these battles were in defense, that laid down a legacy for the followers of Islam to follow the same and not conquer lands like kings did in the past. Not much time had passed after the demise of the Prophet a.s and lands were conquered, neoptism and corruption, big buildings in Hijaz were build just upon the span of Caliphate of the first three caliphs.

Master Ali Ibn Abi Talib a.s since was and is the master of all the believers, also carried the burden of peace as the Prophet a.s like no man ever did after the Prophet a.s. That is because the Prophet a.s passed on his legacy of knowledge and wisdom to Ali a.s during his last sermons (which is an acknowledged fact with records) After Ali a.s, the entire family of Prophet a.s suffered through the hands of tyrants for nearly a millenia.

Why were people against the family of Prophet a.s? Simply because the hypocrites find refuge in their wrongdoings and fail to accept religion by heart instead they have always used religion for their personal worldly gains, as it's clearly evident from the picture of scholars of today, who for the sake of finances and authority decieve millions every single day. Then Karbalah happened, which showed the true face of history of Islam in the aftermath of the Prophet a.s.

The intensity of enmity against the family of the last Prophet is quite evident if one studies and knows the event of Karbalah, those appointed by 3rd caliph caused it as they were related to each other (Muawia and Yazid were related). Muawiya was initially appointed as a governer of Syria by the second Caliph and later as Muawiyah being the second cousin of the 3rd Caliph, he ruled as a governor of Syria throughout the caliphate of 3rd caliph until a civil war emerged of Ali a.s against Muawiyah, when the 3rd caliphate ended.

Hence, Ali a.s never accepted the caliphate of first Caliph Abu Bakr because consulting with Ali a.s regarding the first caliphate of Islam was 100% necessity because the Prophet a.s had passed his legacy of knowledge and wisdom to Ali a.s, Ali a.s did not accept the caliphate of 1st caliph until 6 month, he had to accept it because of reasons to not cause confusion among the Ummat, moreover 1st caliph never mentioned leaving office even when Ali a.s was disappointed. Ali a.s just as Prophet a.s never aimed to conquer any land, instead battles were initiated against him and he had won all wars like Prophet a.s in defense.

I see this vision that I mentioned about the flag and it makes sense that the time of true Islamic uprising is happening infront of our very eyes, where as the biggest war of this world right now happens in As Shaam (the place were Prophet a.s mentioned that the great war will emerge from As Shaam). It happens now, the world now divides with two sides, either with the good or with the evil, corruption and tyranny is still accepted by some men while some men will never accept it.

Among the resistance are warriors awake, aware and being prepared for the time that shall come. The resistance lives. Along with it is the uprising of a revolution like never before, people who were asleep since ages are now awake, people are facing the consequences of the war happening in As Shaam (Palestine, Syria, Lebenon, parts of Jordan and Egypt). Billions are already effected by the war. A time is near when the free will ends for humanity, it has ended for me, it will end for you and you will have no choice but to accept good or evil.

With the end of free will is a new beginning for humanity that shall mark the fact that the end of this world is near, how much have we done to prepare for the last times or are we just busy with our schedules? Time requires realization of harsh truth that it is time to prepare for defense of self and those we care for. Time requires us to polish our hearts first before polishing the outer layer of the world. Everyone that breathes now will be brought up on the day of resurrenction alone, without an acquaintance, no one will speak on your behalf, offcourse there will be men and women whom Allah will throw straight to hellfire while some will enter paradise.

The value of this world to the eyes of Allah is like a dead body of a goat laying on the street, rotting. And people have made this life as it's the only refuge they are going to get. The times that are ahead are somewhat harsh and disappointing initially, we can experience some prosperity for some time, later to be followed by great wars and battles and if people still think that these wars will end are only good at fooling themselves because they can't fool those who live for it. Wars are something that is disliked in Islam, and in Islam it is only permissible to engage in defense, what more choice we have left then?

Then there is the greatest battle also known as inner battle of self aka Jihad al Akbar, the biggest/greatest war that requires no weapons of destruction but is faught against the ills of intentions and is the most praised war in the Qur'an, but if you are surrounded by military wars, the inner struggle then inspires the military ones.

u/MASJAM126 — 13 days ago