DO YOU WANT TO BE LIKE Ā’ISHAH?

 FAJR REMINDER: DO YOU WANT TO BE LIKE Ā’ISHAH?

By: Umm Affān

Ramaḍān 4, 1447 (21-February-2026)

Let’s discuss the worship of Ā’ishah (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anha). It is undeniable that our beloved Prophet Muḥammad (ﷺ) is the greatest among us. Given her closeness to him and deep affection, it was only natural for Ā’ishah to emulate his example. Throughout her life, she endeavored to live by the teachings of the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ).

In fact, Qiyām Al-Layl (night prayers) was a beloved practice of hers in terms of optional worship. She consistently engaged in it and encouraged others to maintain the same. Her prayers were notably lengthy. Additionally, Ā’ishah was recognized for her commitment to voluntary fasting, demonstrating remarkable diligence in this regard.

Subḥānallāh! When it comes to charity, she truly stands out. She often gave so generously—especially while fasting—that she sometimes neglected to keep anything for breaking her fast. Arwah (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhu) remarked: “Mu’awiyyah sent 100,000 Dirhams to Ā’ishah, but in the Name of Allāh, the sun had not disappeared before all the money was distributed. One of her servants told her, ‘If you had bought even one Dirham worth of meat for us…’ To which she replied, ‘If you had told me before I distributed all of the money, I would have done that.’”

How many among us can truly emulate Ā’ishah? We can not measure up to our righteous predecessors, who are foremost in Islām and consequently in Paradise. Our goal should be to strive toward their path of goodness in hopes of sharing in their blessings. Undoubtedly, some companions were endowed with wealth, yet they did not allow this to distract them. They possessed wealth in their hands, not in their hearts, highlighting a significant distinction between them and us.

I beseech Allāh to be Especially Merciful to our mother, Ā’ishah. Aameen.