A man came to Umar (RA) to complain about his wifes speech pattern towards him. As he reached his door, he heard Ummi Kulthum, Umar (RA) wife, speaking with a similar speech patter towards him (Umar (RA). The man thought to himself, I intended to complain about my wife to him, but he appears to be afflicted with the same problem I am experiencing. Thus, He turned around and began to leave. Umar (RA) noticed him leaving and called him back. When questioned about his visit, he explained, I came to complain to you about my wife, but I overheard your wife and decided to leave. Umar Radhi Allahu Anhu explained, I have adopted a forgiving nature towards her because of the rights she has upon me. Firstly, she serves as a barrier between me and hell-fire and my heart is at peace with her as she saves me from indulging in haram. Secondly, she protects my wealth when I leave my home. Thirdly, she washes my clothes. Fourthly, she attends to the upbringing of my children. And fifthly, she cooks and prepares my food. After hearing this, the man replied, I enjoy the same benefits from my wife, but I have never overlooked her faults and shortcomings. In future, I shall do so. This is Umar (RA) O servants of Allah! - May Allah grant us the understanding..
Posted on: Fri, 12 Sep 2014 11:12:42 +0000
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