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of them in the Cave. He said to his companion, "Do
not be despondent, Allah is with us." ... (Surat at-

Tawba: 40)
As stated in the verse, our Prophet (may Allah bless him
and grant him peace) advises his companion, even in the

very midst of hardship, not to be despondent. Since believ-
ers have an excellent model in the messenger, they behave
accordingly in difficult situations.
Among the most important reasons why believers never
despair is that they know that every incident Allah brings
about will ultimately turn out to be good for them. Allah has
promised believers a good life in this world. During this

good life, believers hope Allah will place them in the eternal
Hereafter in an outstandingly splendid abode, which is
much more beautiful than this world and where Allah's
blessings never diminish. This is certainly the best news one
can ever receive and is the greatest source of joy. Therefore

believers never become despondent. Allah gives believers
the good news as follows:
Indeed, those who have said, "Our Lord is Allah",
and then remained on a right course—the angels de-

scend upon them [saying]: "Do not fear and do not
grieve but rejoice in the Garden [i.e., Paradise] you
have been promised. We are your protectors in the
life of this world and the Hereafter. You will have

there all that your selves could wish for. You will
have there everything you demand. (Surah Fussilat:
30-31)

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