From Mufti Menk’s Facebook page:
Dr. Mufti Ismail Menk is a leading global Islamic scholar born and raised in Zimbabwe.
He studied Shariah in Madinah and holds a Doctorate of Social Guidance from Aldersgate University.
Mufti Menk’s work has gained worldwide recognition and he has been named one of “The Top 500 Most Influential Muslims in the World” since 2010.
He has millions of followers across his social media platforms. Mufti Menk’s personable style and down to earth approach has made him one of the most sought after scholars in our time. He has endeared himself to people with his much-loved lecture series, a Mufti Menk trademark.
He travels the world spreading a simple but profound message: “Do good, help others while preparing for the Hereafter”.
He is active in the international arena and is a strong proponent of peace and justice, speaking up against all forms of terrorism.
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“Don’t let past mistakes make you lose hope of achieving good. Some of those with the worst past have made a great future for themselves.”
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“My heart is too valuable to allow hatred and jealousy to rent a spot.”
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“Check yourself often and correct your faults. Quit blaming others. Take responsibility for your own life. That’s the only way you can grow!”
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“He who disagrees with you could be correct whilst he who cheers you on could be making a mistake. Ponder.”
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“A sincere call to the Almighty can change what you may have thought was impossible to change. Never lose hope.”
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“The tongue can cut deeper than the sword or heal faster than in the ward.”
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“Get up to pray in the dark when all are asleep and see how your path is lit and your life begins to shine.”
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“So you’ve been having a tough time. You don’t know how long more you can hold on. Remember bad days don’t last forever. Keep patience alive!”
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“When you strive in the way of the Almighty, you don’t worry about being accepted or having the approval of others. You know your priority.”
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“Obstacles on our path are some of the tests of life. They make us stronger, better people and open up doors we had never imagined.”
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“Whatever you do, be gentle. People might have forgiven your harsh words but they may never forget how it stabbed their heart at that time!”
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“Don’t be distracted by the noise going on. Pause & reflect. You’ll realize how much time you’ve wasted on all that nonsense around you.”
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“No matter how detached you feel when you pray, don’t let go of the link. It’s your path back to the Almighty. Keep at it.”
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“If your heart is always content, then you are the same as or even better than he who has everything in this world.”
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“Life’s a constant struggle. Always try to do better. When others make mistakes, don’t look down on them. Help them up with your wisdom.”
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“We want to make the world a better place but we are not prepared to improve ourselves.”
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“Have faith. Have hope.”
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“A negative mind will interpret the most positive messages negatively but a positive mind extracts the best, even from a negative message.”
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“Do good deeds purely for the Almighty. Don’t expect recognition, congratulations or gratitude from anyone. Seek your rewards from Him alone.”
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“Tonight before you get into bed, say a prayer for those without a bed, without a roof above their head, clothing or a morsel with which to be fed.”
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“Never utter mean words out of anger. Your anger will pass. But your mean words can scar a person for life. So use kind words or be silent.”