Gems of Jannah

اَلسَّـــــلامُ عَلَــيــْكُمْ وَرَحْمَـــةُاللهِ وَبَرَكَــاتُهُ 🌸 أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ  الرَّحِيْمِ 🌸 We live in a world where the traps of Shaytaan are subtle yet powerful — around us and within us. ⭐ It's time to awaken, reflect, and resist. 📢 GEMS OF JANNAH proudly presents a spiritually enriching new series: ❝ Defeating Shaytaan – Around and Within ❞ A powerful journey through Islamic teachings, inner reflection, and practical guidance to protect our hearts and homes. ✅ Starting 14th May 2025 📍 Every Wednesday & Thursday ✨ Join us and reclaim your spiritual strength — one step at a time. ❍┈─┅═••࿇✠ ࿇••┅─┄❍ WhatsApp (Only for sisters 🧕) - https://chat.whatsapp.com/GMmLlVv3SL1IZOMvGn2LU9 Telegram - https://T.me/Gemsofjannah98 Instagram - https://instagram.com/gemsofjannah_98?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==1

اَلسَّـــــلامُ عَلَــيــْكُمْ وَرَحْمَـــةُاللهِ وَبَرَكَــاتُهُ 🌸 أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْ 🌸 We live in a world where the traps of Shaytaan are subtle yet powerful — around us and within us. ⭐ It's time to awaken, reflect, and resist. 📢 GEMS OF JANNAH proudly presents a spiritually enriching new series: ❝ Defeating Shaytaan – Around and Within ❞ A powerful journey through Islamic teachings, inner reflection, and practical guidance to protect our hearts and homes. ✅ Starting 14th May 2025 📍 Every Wednesday & Thursday ✨ Join us and reclaim your spiritual strength — one step at a time. ❍┈─┅═••࿇✠ ࿇••┅─┄❍ WhatsApp (Only for sisters 🧕) - https://chat.whatsapp.com/GMmLlVv3SL1IZOMvGn2LU9 Telegram - https://T.me/Gemsofjannah98 Instagram - https://instagram.com/gemsofjannah_98?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==1

Reflection on the Ayahs from the Quran💌 Surah Aal-e-Imran 3:86 كَيۡفَ يَهۡدِي ٱللَّهُ قَوۡمٗا كَفَرُواْ بَعۡدَ إِيمَٰنِهِمۡ وَشَهِدُوٓاْ أَنَّ ٱلرَّسُولَ حَقّٞ وَجَآءَهُمُ ٱلۡبَيِّنَٰتُۚ وَٱللَّهُ لَا يَهۡدِي ٱلۡقَوۡمَ ٱلظَّٰلِمِينَ Translation (Sahih International): "How shall Allah guide a people who disbelieved after their belief and had witnessed that the Messenger is true and clear signs had come to them? And Allah does not guide the wrongdoing people." (Surah Aal-e-Imran, 3:86) --- Reflection: This verse powerfully warns against turning away from faith after having known the truth. These are people who believed, witnessed the truth of the Prophet (ﷺ), and saw the clear proofs of Islam — yet still chose disbelief. Why does Allah question their guidance? Because when truth is so clearly shown, rejecting it is not ignorance — it's injustice (zulm). Allah states clearly: He does not guide the wrongdoers. But even so, Allah’s Mercy is vast. In the following verses, He makes an exception: "Except for those who repent after that and do righteous deeds. Verily, Allah is Oft-Forgiving, Most Merciful." (3:89) According to Tafsir Ibn Kathir, this ayah was revealed about a man who apostatized, regretted it, and wanted to return to Islam. This is proof that sincere tawbah is always accepted. --- Action Points: 1. Renew your intention daily to stay firm on the path of Imaan. 2. Avoid willful sin after knowing the truth — knowledge demands responsibility. 3. Protect your heart by regularly making dua for steadfastness (Ya Muqallibal Quloob thabbit qalbi ‘ala deenik). 4. Be cautious of arrogance or spiritual laziness — guidance can be lost. 5. Repent sincerely if you feel your heart drifting — Allah is waiting to forgive. 6. Support others struggling in faith — be a means for their return, not a barrier. 7. Stay connected to the Qur’an and gatherings of knowledge to nourish your Imaan. --- Ya Allah, keep our hearts firm upon Your Deen and never let us go astray after You have guided us. Ameen. #QuranReflection #AalImran #GemsOfJannah --- T.me/Gemsofjannah98

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⛱️ ﷽ ⛱️ ✨ How to Beat Post Ramadhan Blues ✨ In last week's post we read- Reconnect with Allah through daily Dhikr (remembrance): 1. Recite morning and evening adhkar after Fajr and Asr prayers. 2. Use YouTube videos or apps if needed. 3. Remember Allah often, morning and evening (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:41-42). 4. Keep your tongue moist with istighfar (seeking forgiveness) and adhkar. Recite phrases like "Subhan-Allah wa bi hamdihi, Subhan-Allahil-'Azim" (Glory and praise to Allah...), which are light on the tongue but heavy in reward. Post #4🌻 *3. Continuity is Key* We know that life and all of its worldly distractions come at us as soon as Eid is over. All those pesky administrative tasks that we put off for after Eid? It’s time to tackle them, which is not necessarily a bad thing. Allah acknowledges in the Quran that we will have worldly duties to tend to. He says, فَإِذَا فَرَغْتَ فَٱنصَبْ “So when you have finished [your duties], then stand up [for worship].” (Surah Ash-Sharh 97:4) Ramadan gave us an opportunity to recentre Allah, so despite all of the busyness after it, why not bring that recentering back into our lives post Ramadan too? Consider keeping up with one habit or routine that you established during Ramadan. If your goal was to pray all five salah no matter what, stick to that habit and track it in your journal every night. Scheduling our calendar around prayer times instead of the other way around can make it easier. This is also a good opportunity to put some structured classes and accountability in your life while you’re coming off the back of Ramadan, such as joining an islamic class, getting a Quran teacher, or enrolling in an online course. Use it to plan your next year between the two Ramadans. This can inshallah help set you up for the coming year spiritually. It is crucial to remember that if we can find the time to study or work full-time jobs during Ramadan, we can still find time to stick to one habit after Ramadan. Allah says, “O believers! Seek comfort in patience and prayer. Allah is truly with those who are patient.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:153) Allah himself reminds us that every time we are in need of comfort, we only need to turn to Him in prayer. So if you are in need of comfort due to post-Ramadan blues, turn towards Allah during the obligatory five prayers and inshaAllah you will find the spiritual sweetness that you are looking for. To be continued In'shaa'Allah....✍🏻 #motivational_series WhatsApp (Only for sisters 🧕) - https://chat.whatsapp.com/GMmLlVv3SL1IZOMvGn2LU9 Telegram - T.me/Gemsofjannah98 Instagram - https://instagram.com/gemsofjannah_98?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

🌙 Salawat Reminder 🌙 “Whoever sends blessings upon me once, Allah will send blessings upon him tenfold.” — Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) [Sahih Muslim] Sending Salawat upon the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) is a simple yet powerful way to earn rewards and draw closer to Allah. Let’s make it a habit to remember and honor the Prophet (ﷺ) through prayer and love. ✨ Why Send Salawat? It is reported that the Prophet (ﷺ) said: “Increase your supplications for me on the night and day of Friday.” — [Sunan Al-Bayhaqi] Sending Salawat is a means of intercession on the Day of Judgment, bringing peace to your heart and blessings into your life. How to Recite Durood: 💫 Say اللهم صلِّ على محمدٍ وعلى آل محمدٍ، كما صلَّيتَ على إبراهيمَ وعلى آل إبراهيم، إنك حميدٌ مجيد اللهم بارك على محمدٍ وعلى آل محمدٍ، كما باركتَ على إبراهيمَ وعلى آل إبراهيم، إنك حميدٌ مجيد — [Sahih Muslim] 🌟 Benefits of Sending Salawat: • Allah sends His blessings upon you • The Prophet (PBUH) will intercede for you on the Day of Judgment • It brings peace and tranquility to your heart • It strengthens your connection to the Prophet (ﷺ) and Allah --- Let’s fill our hearts with love and gratitude for the Prophet (ﷺ). May Allah grant us peace, guidance, and blessings. Ameen. 🕋 Have a blessed Friday! 🌸

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*Reflection on the Ayahs from Quran* 📜 💜"Al-Isra' 17:9 إِنَّ هَٰذَا ٱلۡقُرۡءَانَ يَهۡدِي لِلَّتِي هِيَ أَقۡوَمُ وَيُبَشِّرُ ٱلۡمُؤۡمِنِينَ ٱلَّذِينَ يَعۡمَلُونَ ٱلصَّٰلِحَٰتِ أَنَّ لَهُمۡ أَجۡرٗا كَبِيرٗا Translation Indeed, this Qur’ān guides to that which is most suitable and gives good tidings to the believers who do righteous deeds that they will have a great reward 🧾Reflection The Qur'an is not just a book of beautiful recitation — it is the guidebook for every part of our lives. Every verse contains oceans of wisdom, waiting for hearts willing to reflect. Allah describes it as a Shifaa (healing), Huda (guidance), and Rahmah (mercy). Have you ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or confused about decisions? In such times, we must turn to the Qur'an, even if it’s just reading a few verses daily. The Qur'an speaks to every soul personally — offering peace, solutions, and strength. 💌Action Points Open Quran and read few Ayahs daily even if it is two or three ayahs with sincere intention of seeking Allah's guidance. Reflect upon how it applies to your current situation. May Allah make us among the people of the Qur'an! Ameen. @Gemsofjannah98

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⛱️ ﷽ ⛱️ ✨ How to Beat the Post Ramadhan Blues✨ In the last week's post we read how to maintain spiritual connection, have regular conversations with Allah: 1. Talk to Him during salah and daily life. 2. Share fears, hopes, and gratitude. 3. Wake up for tahajjud (night prayer) to connect deeply. 4. Ask for guidance, mercy, and forgiveness. A powerful dua to recite and Seek Allah's help and believe in His nearness. Post #3🌻 2. Reconnecting through Remembrance Practising daily Dhikr, can help us find solace in Allah’s remembrance, especially during moments of spiritual despair. Dedicate a few moments after Fajr and Asr salah to recite the morning and evening adhkar (remembrance of Allah). These adhkar are a collection of duas and remembrances prescribed by the Messenger ﷺ that can help bring ease to our hearts and protect us from many evils. Alternatively, you can listen to them on Youtube while making breakfast or on your morning and evening commute. Allah says in the Quran, يٰٓأَيُّهَا الَّذِيْنَ آمَنُوا اذْكُرُوا اللهَ ذِكْرًا كَثِيْرًا. وَسَبِّحُوْهُ بُكْرَةً وَّأَصِيْلًا “O believers! Always remember Allah often, and glorify Him morning and evening.” (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:41-42) Starting and ending our day with the remembrance of Allah (SWT) can play a crucial role in bringing us closer to Him and strengthening our reliance upon Him alone. Let your tongue be moist with istighfar and other forms of adhkar (remembrance of Allah). It was narrated from Abu Hurairah that, The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said, ‘Two words which are light on the tongue and heavy in the Balance, and beloved to the Most Merciful: Subhan-Allah wa bi hamdihi, Subhan-Allahil-‘Azim (Glory and praise is to Allah, glory is to Allah the Almighty).” (Ibn Majah) #motivational_series WhatsApp (Only for sisters 🧕) - https://chat.whatsapp.com/GMmLlVv3SL1IZOMvGn2LU9 Telegram - T.me/Gemsofjannah98 Instagram - https://instagram.com/gemsofjannah_98?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

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⚜️🤎 Send lots of Salawat upon the Prophet 🤎⚜️ Sending ṣalāwat upon the Prophet ﷺ on Friday is better than on the rest of the days, and its night (Thursday night) is the best of nights. He ﷺ said, “Among the best of your days is Friday, so frequently send ṣalāh upon me therein.” الصلاة على النبي ﷺ يوم الجمعة أفضل من بقيّة الأيام، وليلتها أفضل الليالي، قال ﷺ: (إن من أفضل أيامكم يوم الجمعة فأكثروا عليّ من الصلاة فيه) Shaykh Abdel Aziz AlTarefe ❍┈─┅═••࿇✠ ࿇••┅─┄❍ #reminders #friday WhatsApp (Only for sisters 🧕) - https://chat.whatsapp.com/GMmLlVv3SL1IZOMvGn2LU9 Telegram - T.me/Gemsofjannah98 Instagram - https://instagram.com/gemsofjannah_98?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==1

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⛱️ ﷽ ⛱️ How to Beat the Post Ramadhan Blues? In the last week's post, we read that- After Ramadan, many feel spiritually low due to comparisons and a sense of failure. However, this emptiness reveals a yearning for genuine connection with Allah. To regain closeness, acknowledge your desperation, visualize personal growth, and focus on seeking Allah's nearness, not just spiritual highs. Post #2 ✨ 1. Have Regular Conversations with Allah Allah says in the Quran: “When My servants ask you ˹O Prophet˺ about Me: I am truly near. I respond to one’s prayer when they call upon Me. So let them respond ‘with obedience’ to Me and believe in Me, perhaps they will be guided ‘to the Right Way’.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:186) Talk to Allah during salah and outside it. Talk to Him while sitting, standing, lying down. Explain, beg, beseech. Set aside at least one day of the week where you wake up for tahajjud and have a conversation with Him. Talk about your fears, lay bare your soul to the One Who is closer to us than our jugular veins. Tell Him openly if you feel incapable, explain that you are scared of losing your Ramadan routines and the good habits you have built, thank Him for the blessings you received in Ramadan, tell Him how you want to utilise them in the coming year in His path and for His sake, ask Him for His help in obeying Him and for Him to grant barakah in your time. No matter where you are in your journey, His help is near. Don’t wait for the next Laylatul Qadr. Allah Himself comes down to the lowest heaven every night in the last third of the night to listen to us. We just have to believe and ask. Abu Huraira reported Allah’s Messenger ﷺ as saying, “Allah descends every night to the lowest heaven when one-third of the first part of the night is over and says: ‘I am the Lord; I am the Lord: who is there to supplicate Me so that I answer him? Who is there to beg of Me so that I grant him? Who is there to beg forgiveness from Me so that I forgive him?’ He continues like this till the day breaks.” (Muslim) A dua to maintain that spiritual high you got in Ramadan, رَبَّنَا لَا تُزِغْ قُلُوبَنَا بَعْدَ إِذْ هَدَيْتَنَا وَهَبْ لَنَا مِن لَّدُنكَ رَحْمَةً ۚ إِنَّكَ أَنتَ ٱلْوَهَّابُ Rabbana la tuzigh quloobana ba’da idh hadaitana wa hab lana milladunka rahmah innaka antal Wahhab “Our Lord, let not our hearts deviate after You have guided us and grant us from Yourself mercy. Indeed, You are the Bestower.” (Surah Ali ‘Imran 3:8) #motivational_series WhatsApp (Only for sisters 🧕) - https://chat.whatsapp.com/GMmLlVv3SL1IZOMvGn2LU9 Telegram - T.me/Gemsofjannah98 Instagram - https://instagram.com/gemsofjannah_98?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==