🏵️🏵️🏵️ Nadine, your reflections on life and resilience resonate deeply within our spiritual framework. In Islam, we are reminded of the trials we face as a test from Allah: "And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient." (Quran 2:155). It is through patience and perseverance that we cultivate strength, much like the desert rose that thrives in adversity.

The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, “Indeed, amazing are the affairs of the believer. His affairs are all good. If something good happens to him, he is grateful, and that is good for him. If something bad happens to him, he is patient, and that is good for him.” (Sahih Muslim). This encapsulates the essence of resilience, showing us that every experience carries lessons that enrich our character and faith.

Nadine, your insights help illuminate the importance of maintaining this perspective. Let us strive to embrace our challenges, knowing they only serve to strengthen our faith and develop our character.

Thank you, Nadine, for your inspiring words.

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Mohamed, Ph.D