Narrated by Umar ibn Al-Khattab RA: The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said:
لَوْ أَنَّكُمْ كُنْتُمْ تَوَكَّلُونَ عَلَى اللَّهِ حَقَّ تَوَكُّلِهِ لَرُزِقْتُمْ كَمَا تُرْزَقُ الطَّيْرُ تَغْدُو خِمَاصًا وَتَرُوحُ بِطَانًا
“If you were to rely upon Allah with reliance due to Him, He would provide for you as He provides for the birds. They go out in the morning hungry and return full in the evening.”
Jami’ at-Tirmidhi (2344)
- Tawakal does not mean being passive or giving up without effort. It combines diligent action with full trust in Allah.
- Allah is the Provider, and He gives sustenance to all His creatures in ways that are often beyond our imagination.
- With tawakal, we can face life with tranquility, knowing that Allah will ease the way and provide what is best for us.
- Therefore, a believer should strive to the best of their ability and place their trust in Allah, confident that He will facilitate the best outcome.