Discontentment
is a trait of an impatient individual whose very own intolerant disposition
prevents them from receiving rewards from Allaah. Moreover, their sinful
behavior leads them to being overwhelmed by their difficulties. Consequently,
they are besieged by two afflictions: problems in their religion caused by
their unhappiness and the weight of the hardship that befell them in the first
place.
To
the contrary, the truly patient believer controls him or herself at the onset
of their difficulty. Yes, they do not like that this calamity has happened to
them, but they patiently control themselves. He or she refrains from uttering
anything or doing anything that would anger Allaah. Nor does this believer harbor
ill-feelings in their heart towards the Most Wise. In spite of their trials and
mishaps, this person is patient. The contented one is at ease and totally calm
during their adversity as though nothing has occurred.
