Do These 10 Things to Increase your Imaan (Faith)
Everyone will go through a period in their lives when their Imaan (Faith) begins to waver. The key is to spot early so you’re able to take the right measures to restore it.
The Messenger of Allah (SAW) said:
So how do I begin restoring/increasing/strengthening my Iman?
1) Recognise, Reflect & Repent
No matter how hard one tries, we as humans are always prone to sin. That said, sinning does not make you an evil person. What’s more important is what you do after you’ve committed a wrongful act.
1) Recognise: Recognise the fact that you’ve done something wrong and don’t try to justify to yourself why you’ve done it. If it’s wrong it’s wrong.
2) Reflect: Reflect on why you’ve done it. Don’t leave it until later as this will leave you prone to doing it again at a later date.
3) Repent: Allah (S.W.T) is all merciful & all forgiving. He never turns down sincere repentance. Make sure you feel true remorse for what you’ve done and make sincere du’a to never do it again.
Allah (S.W.T) says in the Qur’an:
2) Stop Missing Salah
Salah (namaaz) is one of the 5 pillars of Islam and has been made obligatory for Muslims 5 times a day so it makes sense that you’d feel a dip in Imaan if you’re not reading them regularly.
Jabir ibn ‘Abdillah (RA) narrated that Allah’s Messenger (S.A.W) said:
Related: The 4 Fard of Wudhu
In another hadith, Allah’s Messenger (S.A.W) said:
How can i Establish prayers regularly?
If you’re struggling to pray 5 times a day then try to pray as many as you can and slowly build up from there.
If you continue to do this regularly and build a routine it’ll become second nature in no time. You can then start to add more worship and gather even more rewards insha’Allah.
3) Recite the Qur’an Regularly
Research has proven that the holy Qur’an has healing qualities on the body, mind and spirit. So not only do you benefit from reciting it the form of good deeds but you’re also taking care of your health, Subhanallah!
Allah (S.W.T) says in the Qu’ran:
Related: The Virtues of Reciting Ayatul Kursi
4) Remember Allah (S.W.T) in the Form of Dhikr
Dhikr of Allah (S.W.T) can be done practically anywhere (except napaak places of course). So whether you’re laying down, sitting or taking a jog, use that time to remember the Almighty and it will surely bring you closer to Him and increase your Imaan!
Allah (S.W.T) says in the Qu’ran:
A few examples of Dhikr:
1) Allahu Akbar – ‘Allah is the greatest’
2) Alhamdulillah – ‘Praise be to Allah’
3) Subhaanallah – ‘Glory be to Allah’
5) Consider Voluntary Fasting
There are numerous health benefits to fasting some of which include:
- Fasting helps with weight loss.
- Fasting improves your immune system.
- Fasting improves brain function.
From a spiritual point of view & for those seeking to increase their imaan, if a person, willingly refrains from lawful food and conjugal relations during the fasting period, he/she is likely to be in better position to refrain from the unlawful.
Not only that, but we know that the Prophet (S.A.W) used to fast on Mondays and Thursdays.
Aisha (R.A) said:
6) Increase Good Deeds, Reduce Bad Deeds
Easier said than done right?
Without sounding too blunt, the fact is that bad deeds (especially major ones) are what have the most negative impact on your Imaan so reducing them will only help you in becoming a better Muslim.
Do not under estimate the power of even the smallest good deed as we’ve been taught every detail matters.
Abu Dharr reported that The Messenger of Allah (S.A.W) said:
And in another hadith, the Messenger of Allah (S.A.W) says:
Start small and start slowly if you have to but always try to do some good and refrain from the unlawful.
7) Remember Death & the Hereafter
Nothing can escape death, plain and simple.
It can be a scary thought but if we begin to drill into our heads that death can take us at anytime it should lead us try and make the most of our time (in a good way) on this world. After all, this life is just a test until we reach our final destination in the hereafter.
Allah (S.W.T) says in the Qur’an:
8) Increase in Knowledge
Increasing your knowledge in Islam can do wonders for the heart, mind & soul. To seek knowledge is the sacred duty of all Muslims and leads to certainty in the heart which in turn leads to strengthening ones bond with Allah (S.W.T) and increasing Imaan.
Allah (S.W.T) says in the Qur’an:
9) Make Du’a Regularly
This is so easy to yet overlooked more often than not. The blessings of Du’a can come in multiple forms on this world including that of receiving a reward of the du’a in the next life (which is what we all should hope for anyway!)
Aiaha (R.A) narrates that The Prophet (SAW) said:
Sincere du’a will bring us closer to Allah (S.W.T) which will help strengthen iman.
Did you know there are special times that you can make du’a and have it accepted?
10 Special Times to Make Du’a and Have it Accepted
10) Put your Trust in Allah (S.W.T)
Everything we’ve talked about ultimately relies on this last point.
Put your trust in Allah and He will take care of the rest. Remember, you will only get what Allah (S.W.T) has decreed for you. Everything happens for a reason. Allah (S.W.T) is all knowing so remain patient and keep faith in His plan.
Allah (S.W.T) says in the Qur’an:
In a hadith narrated by Umar (R.A), the Prophet (S.A.W) said:
Take Action
Now it’s your turn to TAKE ACTION!
If you feel your Imaan beginning to falter then try to implement one of the above points into your life.
Start with 1 or 2 and then slowly add more. With Allah (S.W.T) by your side you’ll have all 10 points down in no time!
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Jazak’Allah Khair’un.
