dirham and dinar are equivalent to a lump of dirt.”^[1]

سُـبْحٰـنَ الـلّٰــه! This is true ghinaa/independence, and Allah loves a person who has this quality within them.

How do we gain this quality ourselves? One way, is to satisfy the heart with the knowledge that Allah is our Creator, Sustainer and King. It is mentioned in a blessed Hadith: “Whoever wants to become the greatest ghani, should rely upon the power of Allah rather than his own heart and means.” 

If we rely upon the power of Allah, then we shall also acquire the quality of independence ourselves, اِنْ شَــآءَالـلّٰـه. If we have money, we should not rely upon it, as it may be here today and gone tomorrow. We should instead completely rely on Allah. In the same way,

*   Let’s say we are struck with poverty. Don’t worry, as Allah is the Lord.

*   Let’s say your shop is forced to close. Don’t worry, as Allah is your Lord. Let’s say there is nothing to eat at home. Don’t worry, as Allah is your Lord.

*   Let’s say your children are hungry. Don’t worry, as Allah is your Lord. Let’s say you have a million worries and problems. Don’t worry, as Allah is your Lord.

*   Let’s say you are going through the most difficult tests in your life. Don’t worry, as Allah is your Lord.

*   Let’s say you can’t find a job. Don’t worry, as Allah is your Lord.

 No matter what you are going through and whatever condition you are in, always remember that Allah is your Lord. Allah is your Creator. Allah will grant you rizq. When you fortify this belief in your heart and