Allah Ta’ala destroyed people on falsehood not by changing the balance of power. Rather Allah Ta’ala destroyed them when they were in the peak of their pride and arrogance.

Main Topic

An inspiring reflection on an article by Palestinian writer Adham Sharqawi, discussing hope, perseverance, and Allah's promise of ultimate victory for the truth during times of extreme hardship and oppression.

Key Lessons

• Hardship and darkness precede the break of dawn; relief from Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala comes when severe trials reach their peak.
• Throughout history, Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala has destroyed tyrannical powers (such as Fir'aun, Namrud, Abu Jahl, 'Aad, and Thamud) not when they were weak, but when they reached the pinnacle of their worldly arrogance and power.
• Following the Sunnah of the Anbiya alayhimussalam involves reassuring people and spreading calm and hope during times of panic and distress.
• Honor in Islam is defined by Taqwa and remaining steadfast on Sirat-e-Mustaqim, not merely by worldly defeat or victory.

Quranic/Hadith References

• Surah Al-Mujadila (58:21): "Kataballahu laaghlibanna ana warusuli..." (Allah has decreed: I and My messengers will surely prevail).
• Verses highlighting the consolations of Nabi Yusuf alayhis salam, Nabi Shu'ayb alayhis salam, and Rasulullah sallallahu alayhi wasallam saying "La tahzan" to Sayyiduna Abu Bakr radiallahu anhu in the Cave of Thawr.
• Historical accounts of the Battle of Khandaq (Ahzab), Battle of Badr, and the falls of the Persian and Roman empires.

Practical Advice

• Do not despair or lose hope in Allah's divine decree during difficult times.
• Engage in imani mudhakara—gather with fellow believers to refresh, strengthen, and discuss Iman.
• Focus on internal preparation, steadfastness, and building Taqwa rather than relying solely on worldly powers.