5 LESSONS TAKEN FROM SURAH YOUSUF!!

The noble Qur’an is a book unique in content and context. The narrative style revelation brings into play series of events from pre-creation to the end of time. The story of Prophet Yusuf AS was outstanding among the stories of prophets mentioned in the Qur’an.

1. It’s good to have dreams, but it’s best to keep them to yourself:

We all have visions and great ambitions in life. However, not everyone shares the same aspiration with us, not even from our kith and kin. The Prophet (PBUH) warned us: “be discrete in what you want to achieve, for everyone who is blessed is envied”. So keep your dreams between yourself and your Lord.

2. Allah gives blessing and honor to whom He Wills:

Allah in His Supreme knowledge has the best of plans for you despite the challenge of human interceptions. So if Allah blesses your brother, don’t be mad at him. If you don’t have that blessing or favor doesn’t mean you’re neglected. Have faith and remain steadfast. Share in the joy of others and happiness will reach you too. No matter the circumstances, never work towards the downfall of others.

3. There’s good in adversity if you persevere:

Sometimes, we go through hardship and trial. We almost lose hope and trust in Allah’s plan. That’s the exact time we need to seek help with patience and prayer. Prophet Yakub was patient with the fabricated news about the death of his son and Allah honored him in the long run. So trust in Allah’s plan for you and you’d express gratitude to Him in the long run.

4.  Always return good and evil with good:

Sometimes Allah blesses us, yet we use that blessing in rebellious ways. When people are kind to you, try to pay back with kindness. Even when people mean harm to you, return their evil with good so you’d earn a reward from Allah.

5. Worldly pain is better than eternal punishment:

Never try to put your faith to test amidst temptation. It’s better to walk away or face severe consequences of the worldly life, than to compromise and earn the punishment of the after-life. Even a prophet was tempted by a woman and it only took the help of Allah for him not to fall. So who are you to dare?

PS : Success comes only by the will of Allah, and Allah alone knows what is best! If you find this piece beneficial, it’s by His Grace. It’s no scholarly work and I accept my mistakes. Suggestions are welcomed in making this effort better as well. You are free to share by any means for enlightenment purpose.