Islam and Peace
Principles of Success–in the light of Seerah
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choose between two options, he always opted for
the easier choice.”(Al-Bukhari)
To choose the easiest option means to begin from
the possible, and one who begins from the possible
will surely reach his goal.
2. SECOND PRINCIPLE: TO SEE ADVANTAGE
IN DISADVANTAGE
In the early days of Mecca, there were many
problems and difficulties. At that time, a guiding
verse in the Qur’an was revealed. It said: “With
every hardship there is ease, with every hardship
there is ease.” (94:5-6).
This means that if there are some problems, there
are also opportunities at the same time. And the
way to success is to ignore the problems and avail
the opportunities.
3. THIRD PRINCIPLE: TO CHANGE THE PLACE
OF ACTION
This principle is derived from the Hijrah. Hijrah
was not just a migration from Mecca to Medina. It
