A Poem That Touched My Heart

Hey, I was reading this story of a woman from England and how she embraced a new religion (Islam). Her story really got me thinking and I loved it. She also wrote a poem soon after she embraced. I wanted to share the poem with all of you perhaps you'll find yourself liking it, just like I did!

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Enlightenment

A life without purpose, O that stale and empty existence,

I tried to block the truth, foolishly thinking myself able of ignoring the One up above.

O how ungrateful was I and unworthy of Allaah's Love.

I could not comprehend or appreciate the blessings bestowed on me by Al Karim – The Generous. I made myself believe that Death is all, and ends all.

O how I'd mock the faithful believers when they spoke of the Akhira and "Gardens underneath which rivers flow". They stood firm and their hearts did not waver.

I was inspired by their resilience and patience; they were submitting to their Rabb and had full trust in Him.

I caught a glimpse of the Haqq, and craved more, but my ignorance prevented me and haltered my wondering thoughts.

So I looked unto the mountains, the birds and the sea, trying to grasp this harmony and appreciate the Lord who made me. I cried out "O Allah guide me".

The day came when Al Mu'min - the Giver of Faith, had mercy upon me and enriched me with His Noor.

He restored my hearing and my sight and enabled me to look upon His creation in a new light.

I looked on with tearful eyes, and knew that, I had never seen real beauty until this night.

All Praise is to Allaah, The Creator of All that Exists.

From Your sister in Islam, Umm Ammarah, England.

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Thanks Girls

Miss Lovely

That is really pretty! I like how it conveys so many emotions and experiences for her. Thanks so much for sharing this!