As a Muslim woman, I often turn to God when faced with difficult situations or when I need a little spiritual attention. This is soothing for me as it helps me think rationally. Here are some of my favourite verses from the Holy Quran (that will hopefully apply to you too – regardless of your religion since any religion can draw inspiration from one of these verses):
“So remember me; I will remember you” [2:152]
This verse exemplifies the sensation of not being alone. When turning to God, you will never be alone. You will always have a friend, companion, and a shoulder to cry on. If you need help, you will be given help – no one will be left behind.
“And ease for me my task” [20:26]
This verse applies to all of us when we’re faced with hardship or any task for that matter. For instance, when getting a new job, a promotion, or even when baking a complicated dish we often find ourselves feeling helpless. This is why it is important to ask for ease or guidance so that we may feel less burdened.
“Hearts, that Day, will tremble.” [79:8]
This is a verse about the Day of Judgement when everyone will be served justice. Everyone will be judged and earn a position in either Heaven or Hell based on their worldly deeds. This quote illustrates that justice will be served – something that is important to remember when someone wrongs you in this world. The universe always has some way of restoring justice and making people pay, while rewarding those who have done good..
“So verily with the hardship, there is relief. Verily, with the hardship, there is relief.” [94:5-6]
This is applicable to all of us going through tough waters. We often question when the pain will end, or when we’ll be relieved of our burden. This verse assures of the possibility of relief. Whatever we are going through will end, and when it does end, we will be relieved of our burden. We will thrive, and we will overcome the pain.
“If a wicked person comes to you with any news, verify it. Lest you harm people unknowingly, and afterwards become full of repentance for what you have done.” [49:6]
This verse applies to people who are gossipers. They spread false news, try to ruin people’s image, and hurt others by gossiping. It is important to be aware of this, that God knows who is spreading lies, and they will be brought to justice. The pain that you suffered (or caused others) will be the reason why you are brought to justice.
“And ever is your Lord seeing.” [25:20]
Every time that we do a bad deed or a good deed, we may get away with it. No one may be around to see it, but I love this verse because it illustrates how we misled we are to believe we get away with our bad deeds, or are not seen to do the good deeds. God is always watching our deeds – good and bad. Our deeds do not go unnoticed.
These are some of my favorite verses that are applicable to my life. I’m sure we can all agree on justice being served and our deeds not going unnoticed (along with other principles that these verses mention).