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A Week for the Believers

On Wednesday, we buried Imam Rasul Madyun. Today, we buried Sister Mu'minah Saleem-Sharif...it has truly been a special week, for both of these people moved many because of the unshakable belief they had in the Creator. We lost Imam Rasul suddenly after he suffered an aneurysm. We lost Sister Mu'minah after battling breast cancer for a few years. Rasul's Janazah was cold and rainy; Sister Mu'minah's Janazah was warm and sunny...both were beautiful days to bury the Believers. There were so many similarities with these two when it came to Islam that it is somewhat soothing that they shared this week. The most important characteristic they shared was their love for Allah (swt) and their ability to inspire others through their passion for this beautiful religion named Al-Islam. May Allah (swt) bless them both with a place in Paradise.

Early Thanksgiving morning, around 12:15 a.m., I got the call that Sister Mu'minah had passed and immediately got up to meet the family at the hospital. I had never seen a soul-less body before, but the experience was very calming because she looked so peaceful. Amatullah and I stayed in the room with her for a while and I have to admit that, although we will miss her truly and dearly, it was wonderful to know that her illness was over. She was a very special woman who I credit for helping me to establish my faith in Allah (swt) throughout my life. I love her and will miss her always. So, this Thanksgiving, I was thankful to Allah (swt) for blessing me with the love, kindness, wisdom, truly inspiring/unshakable faith, and ALL the laughter that Sister Mu'minah brought for 27 years of my life. She was a blessing...

I just have to give a "shout-out" to Amatullah. For months, I watched her take care of her mother like a true child should. It was very inspiring and moving to see her put aside the needs and wants for herself and focus 100% of her attention on her mother. I know that Sister Mu'minah was very proud and appreciative to have Amatullah for her daughter. I can't express to the reader how humbling it was to watch the roles reverse. I just pray that if my parents ever need me that I can be half as strong, willing, and effective as Amatullah was for Sister Mu'minah. May Allah (swt) bless her for all her efforts.

posted by Madeehah @ 8:38 PM