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Antidote to Suicide
Elaborating this phrase of the Ḥadīš, ‘Hell is covered under
carnal desires’ the renowned Commentator of the Qurān,
Shaykh Muftī Aḥmad Yār Khān Na’īmī
explains:
‘Hell is a very dangerous place, but the path leading to it is
adorned with deceptive flowers and orchards. Sins and evil
deeds seem very delightful but they eventually lead to hell.’
While explaining the phrase, ‘Paradise is surrounded by
hardships’, he
ع states: ‘Paradise is a beautiful fruit
garden but the path leading to it is lined with thorns.
Traversing it is very strenuous for the Nafs (lower self). Ṣalāĥ,
Fast, Ḥajj, Zakāĥ, battling in the path of Allah ,
martyrdom, are all on the path that leads to Paradise. Indeed
steady and strict adherence to adoration of Allah and
refraining from lusts are really difficult things (for the Nafs).
Keep in mind that ‘lusts’ here refers to Ḥarām (Strictly
Forbidden) desires such as consuming alcohol, adultery, music,
and unlawful entertainments. Permissible desires are not
meant for here. ‘Hardship’ (in this narration) refers to the
difficulties faced in performing worships; it does not mean
suicide or wasting the assets.’ (Mirāt-ul Manājīḥ, pp. 5, vol. 7)
Sins Bring Affliction
Dear Islamic brothers! To engender the fear of Allah in
the heart, to observe unshakeable patience in miseries and to
refrain from taking any wrongful step, one should repent and
try to develop the mindset that the adversity has descended
upon him due to his own misdeeds. As Allah states:
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