And they say, "Our Lord, let our spouses and children be a source of joy for us, and keep us in the forefront of the righteous." [25:74]
There has always been mixed perception and opinions about the union. The ardent followers submit to the rightful ways. The not-so ardent followers who always pray and work hard to be a better servant, have their own stand. This is the age when a lot of my peers are either already blissfully in unison or joining the bandwagon. I used to have a mixed feelings too. They say it's gonna be over for you because your life no longer belongs to you but only to your partner. No one's gonna employ you cos you're just not gonna be committed. You have no freedom any longer.
I don't really know whether those are true. However, surely there must be a reason why it's a strong covenant made by The Almighty. Surely in this era of 21st century, people can't be too narrow minded about judging your ability according to your marital status. What about having that extra edge, the persistence to show people your own capabilities and that you deserve the job. Surely, your life doesn't just stop there. Surely, you get a different kind of freedom where you are free to build your own tradition, have a new set of practices and maybe freedom in the heart to continue your journey to find His path now that you are stable.
Surely, I was raised in a religious and Eastern culture which has shaped my mindset in a slightly strange way in the eyes of the 'Westerners'. Surely, I believe that it is gonna be a different challenge and surely I'll be there someday. I pray that Allah guides me there at the most suitable time for me. InshaAllah
There has always been mixed perception and opinions about the union. The ardent followers submit to the rightful ways. The not-so ardent followers who always pray and work hard to be a better servant, have their own stand. This is the age when a lot of my peers are either already blissfully in unison or joining the bandwagon. I used to have a mixed feelings too. They say it's gonna be over for you because your life no longer belongs to you but only to your partner. No one's gonna employ you cos you're just not gonna be committed. You have no freedom any longer.
I don't really know whether those are true. However, surely there must be a reason why it's a strong covenant made by The Almighty. Surely in this era of 21st century, people can't be too narrow minded about judging your ability according to your marital status. What about having that extra edge, the persistence to show people your own capabilities and that you deserve the job. Surely, your life doesn't just stop there. Surely, you get a different kind of freedom where you are free to build your own tradition, have a new set of practices and maybe freedom in the heart to continue your journey to find His path now that you are stable.
Surely, I was raised in a religious and Eastern culture which has shaped my mindset in a slightly strange way in the eyes of the 'Westerners'. Surely, I believe that it is gonna be a different challenge and surely I'll be there someday. I pray that Allah guides me there at the most suitable time for me. InshaAllah
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