SPIRITUAL DIGEST: RAMADAN DAY 18 (A DU’A FROM SURAH AL-IMRAN)
The spiritual digest for Ramadan day 18 is a supplication from Surah Al-Imran (3:53).
رَبَّنَا آمَنَّا بِمَا أَنْزَلْتَ وَاتَّبَعْنَا الرَّسُولَ فَاكْتُبْنَا مَعَ الشَّاهِدِينَ
Rabbanaa aamanna bimaa anzalta wattaba’ana rrosuula faaktubnaa ma’ashaahidiin
“Our Lord! We believe in what You have revealed, and we follow the Messenger. So write us down among those who bear witness.” (Surah Al-Imran 3:53)
This verse is part of a passage that mentions the disciples of Prophet Isa (Jesus, peace be upon him) and their firm belief in Allah’s revelation.
It reflects their submission, faith, and dedication to following the true message of God.
When Prophet Isa (AS) sensed that the people were rejecting him, his followers—the Hawariyyun (disciples)—affirmed their faith, declaring their belief in Allah’s revelation and their commitment to standing by the truth.
This dua expresses:
✔ Faith in divine revelation
✔ Obedience to Allah’s Messenger
✔ A request to be counted among the righteous believers
Lessons and Deeper Meaning
1. Declaration of Faith in Divine Revelation
“رَبَّنَا آمَنَّا بِمَا أَنْزَلْتَ”
(“Our Lord! We believe in what You have revealed”)
- This is an acknowledgment that all guidance comes from Allah.
- It teaches us to trust and accept Allah’s wisdom and laws, as revealed in the Quran and through the teachings of the prophets.
2. Following the Messenger
“وَاتَّبَعْنَا الرَّسُولَ”
(“And we follow the Messenger”)
- True belief requires action—following the guidance of the prophets.
- This emphasizes that faith is not just about words but also about obedience and practice.
3. The Desire to Be Among the Witnesses
“فَاكْتُبْنَا مَعَ الشَّاهِدِينَ”
(“So write us down among those who bear witness”)
- “Shaahideen” refers to those who testify to the truth and stand firm in faith.
- The believers ask to be included among the righteous who remain steadfast and uphold the truth.
How This Verse Applies to Us Today
- Strengthening Our Faith: We should always reaffirm our belief in Allah’s words and guidance.
- Obeying the Prophet’s Teachings: True faith means following the Sunnah and living according to Islamic principles.
- Standing for Truth and Justice: As believers, we should be witnesses for truth, standing against injustice and falsehood.
- Making This Dua Regularly: This supplication reminds us to seek sincerity in faith and to be counted among those who bear witness to Islam.
Hadith Connection
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said:
“Whoever testifies that there is no god but Allah and that Muhammad is His Messenger, sincerely from his heart, will enter Paradise.” (Sahih al-Bukhari 128)
This aligns with the verse’s message—faith and testimony lead to salvation.
Conclusion
This verse is a powerful affirmation of faith that teaches:
✔ Belief in divine revelation
✔ Obedience to Allah’s Messenger
✔ Commitment to standing for truth
It is a beautiful dua that can be recited to strengthen one’s faith and ask Allah to count us among the righteous believers.
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