Youth plays a major role in the life of a being. It is the time when energies and intellect are highest. Numerous individuals squander the critical piece of their youth in simply chilling without honing the values of Islam. They believe old age is for the worship of Allah SWT and youth is all about enjoyment. This is an absolutely wrong notion. Youth is the time of actively and passionately practicing Islam. So we need to strive and change ourselves. Allah the Almighty states:
In an era where the teachings of our beloved Prophet Muhammad PBUH are terribly misconstrued, here are some useful recommendations from him PBUH. These are humanitarian standards, not simply Muslim principles, from a man who promoted affection, peace and sympathy. Thus it is the best advice for Muslim youth.
Do not waste time
In a day where online networking has turned into the greatest slacker to influence us the Prophet cautions of two potential risks this presents. Though social media at first permitted loved ones to stay in contact, it is currently immersed with viral videos and engaging forwards. We are all blameworthy of lazing around for a considerable length of time looking down and invigorating our bolsters with no genuine reason. Our Prophet Muhammad PBUH said:
"And Know that in you are two (dangerous) qualities, laughing at something not amusing and laziness when not tired."
(Makarim al Akhlaq Chapter 12 Section 5 Page 458)
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Redefining your goals and purpose of creation
Ponder about the reward for self-control from Allah SWT.
Take advantage of five things
Do not take blessings from Allah SWT for granted. When they are removed onwhenhen their significance is appreciated. These bounties are:
"Oh Abu Dharr! Take advantage of five things before five things seize you, Your youth before Your old age, your health before your sickness your wealth before your poverty, your spare time before your being busy and your life before you death."
(Makarim al Akhlaq Chapter 12 Section 5 Page 458)
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Counting your blessings and being thankful to Allah swt.
Striving for Taqwa.
Be accountant of your deeds
We need to evaluate our progress in this life regularly to know our shortcomings so that improvement could be done. This is a prerequisite to piety and a key an of honest livelihood. Prophet Muhammad PBUH reminded us of Judgment Day by stating:
"Oh Abu Dharr! Take account of yourself before you're taken account of so your accounting will be easier tomorrow. And weigh yourself before you are weighed and prepare for the great staging the day you will be presented, not the least of a hidden thing of you will be hidden from Allah."
(Makarim al Akhlaq Chapter 12 Section 5 Page 458)
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Safeguarding eyes, ears, tongues and other body parts from sinning.
Making supplications and dhikr.
Do not be attached to this world
This world is a place of test not a forever abode. At present quality of life is measured by the amount of assets you have. The more worldly benefits you have the more successful you are considered by people. Prophet Muhammad PBUH sees things differently and says:
"Oh Abu Dharr! This world is the prison of the believer and the paradise of the unbeliever."
(Makarim al Akhlaq Chapter 12 Section 5 Page 458)
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Focusing the on present and striving for hereafter.
Connecting with Allah swt through worship and being conscious of Him at all times.
Conclusion
These are some tips for Muslim youth to become an ideal Muslim. Grab these life changing advices, utilize them and let them make difference in your life. Do not wait for tomorrow, START today!
