صَلُّوۡا عَلَى الۡحَبِيۡب                 صَلَّى اللّٰهُ عَلٰى مُحَمَّد

O devotees of the Prophet! What a beautiful mindset of contemplating the Hereafter did this pious and ascetic individual give his family and us. We should ponder over the fact that we cry profusely over the loss of worldly blessings, but have we ever cried due to our evil deeds, which will ultimately lead us to being deprived of the bounties of Paradise and being deserving of the painful punishment of Hell?

We strive tirelessly to attain worldly blessings, but have we ever opposed our carnal self and exerted our effort in performing righteous deeds to gain the blessings of Paradise? If someone interrogates us in this world, we break into a sweat, and despite knowing the answers, we forget them out of nervousness. Have we ever shuddered out of fear due to the trial of the grave and resurrection, or have we ever had the mindset of preparing for this test?

Remember! The world and its bounties are all short-lived. Therefore, whilst enjoying these temporary bounties and conveniences, we should instil in our minds that we will have to account for all of these in the Hereafter. The questioning will not just be concerning food or drink and necessary items of use, we will also be questioned regarding our actions and will have to account for every single deed. Therefore, before carrying out any action, we should contemplate like this for a moment, ‘Does the action which I am intending to do contain benefit for my Hereafter or not, because I could be taken to task for useless actions in the Hereafter?’

Remember! On the Day of Judgement, people will also be questioned regarding the bodily limbs with which they perform sinful acts day and night without hesitation. For example, will be questioned about the eye, which they use to perform many acts of disobedience to Allah Almighty. They make unlawful glances, watch films and dramas, and take pleasure