Short Islamic Phrases
Allah – the Most High – has bestowed upon us the gift of Islam and illuminated our path with guidance and knowledge. A kind word can bring about profound change in the heart and life of a believer. Below are some concise Islamic phrases:
- “The most complete believers in faith are those with the best character; and the best among you are those who are best to their families.”
- “A man asked the Messenger of Allah (peace be upon him): ‘Which Muslims are the best?’ He replied: ‘Those from whom other Muslims are safe from their tongue and hand.’
- “Whoever says, ‘SubhanAllah al-Azim wa bihamdi,’ a palm tree will be planted for them in Paradise.”
- “SubhanAllah wa bihamdi, count of His creations, and with His pleasure, the weight of His Throne, and the ink of His words.”
- Luqman said: “O my son, this world is a deep ocean. Many people have drowned in it; let your ship be the fear of Allah.”
- “The most tender hearts are those that fear Allah; the sweetest words are those that remember Allah; and the purest love is the love for Allah.”
- “When a believer dies, they long to return to this world to utter a takbir or a tahleel or to engage in tasbeeh.”
- “Hearts become rusty like iron, and their polish is through seeking forgiveness.”
- “Time passes and opportunities fade, O captives of heedlessness, seize the moment and strive for piety before death.”
- “Sin brings about anguish and leads to further disobedience; reflect on your actions.”
- “Our graves are being built while we have not repented; would that we had repented before they were built.”
- “Indeed, good deeds bring light to the face, abundance in sustenance, and love in people’s hearts.”
- “If you feel sadness or distress, repeat: ‘There is no deity except You; glory be to You. Indeed, I have been of the wrongdoers.’”
- “Omar ibn Al-Khattab said: ‘Examine yourselves before you are examined, and weigh your deeds before they are weighed, and adorn yourselves for the great display on a day when nothing of you will be hidden.'”
- “Your heart will not quench its thirst except with a breath of faith, and your eyes will never find comfort unless they behold the Most Merciful.”
- “The only bliss you need in this worldly life is the blessing of Islam, the only duty is obedience, and the only lesson is death.”
- “My brother in faith, if you fear Allah and engage in frequent voluntary acts of worship, Allah will love you, and so will people.”
- “The people of Paradise do not regret anything as much as they regret an hour in which they did not remember Allah.”
- “When your soul tries to persuade you to sleep, do not forget the ambition of a believer who aspires to touch the clouds; seek help from Allah.”
- “You will not find the sweetness of worship until you place a barrier between yourself and your desires.”
- “Whoever seeks eternal happiness should cling to the threshold of servitude.”
- “Remembering Allah pleases the Most Merciful, brings joy to the human heart, alleviates sorrow, and fills the scales with goodness.”
- “Even if this world were filled with sorrow (and it is not), those who hope for Paradise should not be saddened.”
- “Anyone who understands the laws of spiritual trade will hasten towards the treasures of the Hereafter.”
- “Seeking forgiveness opens doors, eases the mind, increases livelihood, and rectifies the situation.”
- “The angels are busy building your palace as long as your tongue is moist with the remembrance of Allah.”
- “The heart is like a bird; the higher it soars, the farther it distances itself from corruption; the lower it descends, the more it becomes entangled in calamities.”
- “A kind word captivates hearts, removes hatred, and serves as a charity from you before the Generous, the Most Merciful.”
- “Let go of this world and aspire towards the Hereafter; this world is not worth the movement of your feet towards it, so why chase after it?”
- “The more alive your heart is, the stronger your anger for Allah, and the more complete your victory in defending the faith.”
- “The ultimate wish of the dead is to regain just one hour of life, while the inhabitants of this world waste their lives in heedlessness and loss.”
- “In times of crises, the true nature of individuals is revealed; in trials, true opinions emerge; and in hardships, the sincerity of brotherhood is tested.”
- “Allah opens doors to requests and establishes causes for events. He advises us: ‘Call upon Me,’ and He says: ‘Work.'”
- “The woes of this world are temporary, no matter how long they last; yet they appear larger in our weak hearts than the Hereafter.”
- “Whoever finds Allah has lost nothing; and whoever loses Allah has gained nothing.”
- “Do not regret a sincere act of kindness you offered, for birds do not seek reward for their singing.”
- “The true celebration is not for those who adorn themselves with clothing and possessions, but for those whose sins have been forgiven.”
- “We must have determination to abstain from frivolity, and we cannot afford to remain idle while death seeks us.”
- “Trials do not come to destroy you, but rather to test your patience and faith; and Allah is with the patient.”
- “Empty your heart for Allah’s commands and do not occupy it with what He has guaranteed for you; your Lord will provide for you from sources you least expect.”
- “Blessed is the one who shows mercy to His servant through trials; had it not been for the hardships of this world, we would approach the Hereafter empty-handed.”
- “It is a mistake to organize life around you while leaving chaos in your heart.”
Short Islamic Messages
There are numerous short Islamic messages that impart wisdom and motivation. Here are some examples:
- “More beautiful than flowers and sweeter than honey, yet effortless: ‘SubhanAllah wa bihamdi.’
- “May Allah bless you with piety, protect you from Hellfire, guide you towards virtue, invite you to Paradise, and make the Garden of Eternity your abode.”
- “Year after year, may you be closer to Allah, more in awe of Him, more knowledgeable about Him, and hastening towards His dwelling of honor.”
- “When searching for light in dark times, I invite you to read Surah Al-Kahf every Friday.”
- “May Allah grant you happiness with every step you take, worship with every glance, a testimony with every smile, and abundance with every provision.”
- “Whoever anchors their heart to Allah finds peace and rest, while those who release their hearts among people will experience turmoil and anxiety.”
- “Say, ‘O Allah,’ and I say, ‘O Allah’; may your tears be shed only from the fear of Allah.”
- “Let your footsteps on the paths of goodness be like footprints in wet sand; they may not make sound, but their effects are evident.”
- “The greatest wish I have in this world is for you to pray for me during prostration and accompany me in the eternal Paradise.”
- “High aspirations are a flame that never extinguishes and fuel that never fades, igniting the heart with determination and resolve.”
- “The suffering of high aspirations is delightful, the fatigue of achievement is restful, and the sweat of labor is fragrant; seize the lifetime that has no substitute.”
- “Beware of sins; they extinguish the blessings of obedience and deny forgiveness during the seasons of mercy.”
- “One who listens gains new knowledge, while one who speaks shares their knowledge with others.”
- “Enrich your heart with piety, for life is limited in years, and carry within you a Quran that enlightens your heart at all times.”
- “Winter is the spring of the believer; its nights are long for night prayers, and its days are short for fasting.”
- “When a servant’s heart is filled with faith and certainty, Allah will never betray them.”
- “Let your footsteps in good deeds leave imprints in wet sand; they may not make noise, but their effects are apparent.”
Short Supplications
The door of supplication is wide open, and believers can pray for whatever they wish. Here are some short supplications:
- “Our Lord, do not let our hearts deviate after You have guided us. And grant us mercy from Yourself; You are indeed the Bestower.”
- “Our Lord, indeed we have believed; so forgive us our sins and protect us from the torment of the Fire.”
- “Our Lord, forgive me, my parents, and the believers on the Day of Judgment.”
- “O Allah, make faith beloved to us and beautify it in our hearts.”
- “O Allah, You are Forgiving, and You love forgiveness; so forgive us.”
- “I ask Allah, who brought us together in this fleeting world, to reunite us in a lofty Paradise with bountiful rewards.”