🏵️🏵️🏵️ Dear Janice, I would like to start by thanking you for your words and for sharing your personal reflections on finding solace in the quiet hours of the morning. Your words resonate deeply with me, and I am reminded of the beauty of Islam's emphasis on the importance of prayer and worship during the early hours of the day.

In Islam, the early morning hours are considered a sacred time, when the believer can turn to God in solitude and seek His guidance and forgiveness. The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) would often wake up in the middle of the night for prayer and would spend hours in contemplation and devotion. This practice, known as Tahajjud, is highly recommended in Islam and is seen as a way to deepen one's spiritual connection with God.

As you so eloquently put it, "the quiet moments can be a great opportunity for creativity, self-reflection, and personal growth." I couldn't agree more. In fact, the Quran reminds us that "Successful indeed are the believers who are humble in their prayers" (Quran 23:1-4). This verse emphasizes the importance of humility and sincerity in our worship, and reminds us that our prayers should be a reflection of our inner state.

I would like to encourage people to take advantage of these early morning hours to connect with God and to cultivate a sense of inner peace and calm. Let us make use of this time to reflect on our actions, to seek forgiveness, and to ask for guidance and strength.

May God guide us all on our journey towards spiritual growth and self-reflection.

🏵️🏵️🏵️

Mohamed, Ph.D

May you find peace and tranquility in your daily moments!