Omar Suleiman

Training Your Temper & Responding To Insults Servants Of Most Merciful #02

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Nov 25, 2025
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Omar Suleiman delves into the importance of responding to insults with grace. He shares powerful Quranic verses and hadiths that emphasize patience, gentleness, and self-control when provoked. The podcast explores prophetic examples of dignified responses, highlighting how humility should not equate to humiliation. Listeners are encouraged to practice small acts of patience and spread peace, preparing themselves spiritually to defuse anger and hostility effectively.
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ADVICE

Use Dhikr To Break Sudden Anger

  • Use dhikr like "A'udhu billahi minash-shaytan" to try to dispel sudden fits of anger.
  • Recognize it may not work mid-rage; cultivate the habit before provocation so it helps in the moment.
INSIGHT

Prepare Quietly Before Provocation

  • Maintain a steady posture of sakina and regular dhikr so the unexpected won't unseat you.
  • Preparation (daily mindset) precedes effective patience at moments of provocation.
INSIGHT

Sabr Versus Hilm

  • Differentiate general sabr from hilm: patience with events versus forbearance with people.
  • Hilm (forbearance) is the specific patience needed when dealing with others' insults.
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