Indecisive
I’m
tired of running, running away from facing the reality…
I’m
tired of dreaming, coz life isn’t a fairytale…
Why
must be so complicated or am I the one that making it more complicated?
Should
I wait? Should I quit? Should I proceed?
Each
step now is crucial
Either
I’ve missed the boat or he’ll miss the boat as I may take another boat waiting
True
that I can’t keep my options open anymore
But
rather being alone than cause any injury to someone’s precious heart
O Allah, guide me to the right decision for me who is severely indecisive…
Istikhaarah: The Guidance Prayer
The description of Salaat-ul-Istikhaarah was narrated by Jaabir ibn ‘Abd-Allah as-Salami (may Allah be pleased with him) who said,The Messenger of Allah used to teach his companions to make istikhaarah in all things, just as he used to teach them surahs from the Qur’an.
He said, ‘If any one of you is concerned about a decision he has to make, then let him pray two rak’ahs of non-obligatory prayer, then say (meaning):
‘O Allah, I seek Your guidance [in making a choice] by virtue of Your knowledge, and I seek ability by virtue of Your power, and I ask You of Your great bounty.
You have power, I have none. And You know, I know not. You are the Knower of hidden things.
O Allah, if in Your knowledge, this matter (then it should be mentioned by name) is good for me both in this world and in the Hereafter (or: in my religion, my livelihood and my affairs), then ordain it for me, make it easy for me, and bless it for me.
And if in Your knowledge it is bad for me and for my religion, my livelihood and my affairs (or: for me both in this world and the next), then turn me away from it, [and turn it away from me], and ordain for me the good wherever it may be and make me pleased with it.”
The Prophet added that then the person should mention his need. [Saheeh al-Bukhaari]
Salaat-ul-Istikhaarah is for every Muslims to practice in making right decisions. It’s a way for all of us to implore Allah for divine guidance and mercy. It is yet another invaluable resource from Allah to keep us on the straight path of Siraat-ul-Mustaqeem.
Put your trust in Allâh, certainly, Allâh loves those who put their trust (in Him).
[Surah Al-Imran Ayah 159]
