Surah Baqarah Verse 184

[Fasting for] a limited number of days. So whoever among you is ill or on a journey [during them] – then an equal number of days [are to be made up]. And upon those who are able [to fast, but with hardship] – a ransom [as substitute] of feeding a poor person [each day]. And whoever volunteers excess – it is better for him. But to fast is best for you, if you only knew.

Reflection: I am amazed at how much a tiny three letter word told me about myself today. The word is "safarin" from the root letters "seen faa raa" which means to reveal something and safarin means a journey - because a person's true self is revealed in a journey! I looked back at various journeys I have taken in the past and how at times I have been rude and impolite. I always dismissed my behavior by using some baseless excuse such as "oh I was tired" or "oh I was frustrated". Today this little word told me that that was the real me! I am still shocked as I always considered myself to be so well mannered. It is amazing how we deceive ourselves. Now I know, the me I see on a journey is the real me. What a big challenge this little word has presented me with. I pray to Allah SWT that I can rise and accept this challenge. Ameen

Irum Maharaj

Online Student
Taleem Al Quran 2010