Day 4 of Be Quranic delves into the deeper meaning of gratitude in Islam, as highlighted in the first half of the second aya of Surah al-Fatihah.
We explore how 'Alhamdulillah' symbolises the essence of gratitude, crucial for our happiness and health. This episode emphasises the importance of believing in God to experience true gratitude for life's intangible blessings.
We discuss how gratitude in Islam goes beyond a feeling, requiring acknowledgement and obedience to Allah. This obedience can stem from patience or a deeper sense of gratitude. The unique privilege Muslims have in knowing and serving Allah is compared to the honour of working for a world leader, elevating our daily worship from a duty to an honour.
We encourage listeners to shift their mindset: view reading the Quran and performing 'ibadah' not as obligations, but as privileged communications with the Creator. This change in perspective, from 'having to do' to 'getting to do,' is central to embracing and expressing our gratitude to Allah. Join us in embracing this infinite loop of gratitude.
