Love, a universal emotion that transcends borders, cultures, and religions, holds a special place within Islamic teachings. In the rich tapestry of Islamic literature and scripture, profound insights into the nature of love, compassion, and empathy abound. From the verses of the Quran to the sayings of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and the poetic musings of Sufi mystics, Islamic tradition offers a treasure trove of wisdom on the subject. In this article, we delve into some of the best Islamic quotes about love, exploring their significance and relevance in both personal and communal contexts.
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Beautiful Islamic Quotes on Love
“And of His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy. Indeed in that are signs for a people who give thought.” – Quran 30:21
“The best among you is the one who is best to his wife.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Tirmidhi)
“Love for your brother what you love for yourself.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Sahih Bukhari)
“The love of Allah is the axis around which all our love revolves.” – Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya
“Allah is with those who restrain themselves.” – Quran 16:128
“Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.” – Rumi
“When love is for the sake of Allah, it never dies.” – Sheikh Abdul Qadir al-Jilani
“Do not lose hope, nor be sad.” – Quran 3:139
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“Love is a tree, and lovers are its shade.” – Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya
“A good deed done to an animal is like a good deed done to a human being, while an act of cruelty to an animal is as bad as cruelty to a human being.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Sahih Muslim)
“Do not be people without minds of your own, saying that if others treat you well you will treat them well, and that if they do wrong you will do wrong. Instead, accustom yourselves to do good if people do good and not to do wrong if they do evil.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Sunan At-Tirmidhi)
“Love is a light that Allah places in the hearts of those He chooses.” – Imam Al-Ghazali
“Patience is the key to paradise.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Sahih Muslim)
“When someone does something that hurts you, make a promise to yourself and to Allah, that you will not let it hurt you twice – once when they did it, and the second time when you keep reliving it in your mind.” – Yasmin Mogahed
“The best of people are those that bring most benefit to the rest of mankind.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Daraqutni)
“It’s better to lose the world than to lose Allah.” – Nouman Ali Khan
“The most beloved of people to Allah are those who are most beneficial to people.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Tabarani)
“If you find yourself unable to be patient in your hardships, pray to Allah to increase your patience.” – Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya
“Do not waste your time and wealth for the sake of this worldly life.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Sahih Muslim)
“True love begins when nothing is looked for in return.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry (Inspirational to Islamic perspective)
Quotes on Love, Life, and Marriage
“The greatest happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved; loved for ourselves, or rather, loved in spite of ourselves.” – Victor Hugo
“Life is the flower for which love is the honey.” – Victor Hugo
“The best thing to hold onto in life is each other.” – Audrey Hepburn
“A successful marriage requires falling in love many times, always with the same person.” – Mignon McLaughlin
“Life is short, and it’s up to you to make it sweet.” – Sarah Louise Delany
“Love is not about how many days, months, or years you have been together. Love is about how much you love each other every single day.” – Unknown
“In all the world, there is no heart for me like yours. In all the world, there is no love for you like mine.” – Maya Angelou
“The purpose of our lives is to be happy.” – Dalai Lama
“To love is nothing. To be loved is something. But to love and be loved, that’s everything.” – T. Tolis
“The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” – Morrie Schwartz
“A happy marriage is a long conversation which always seems too short.” – Andre Maurois
“The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.” – Albert Schweitzer
“The greatest happiness you can have is knowing that you do not necessarily require happiness.” – William Saroyan
“Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.” – Aristotle
“Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.” – Dalai Lama
“Love is when the other person’s happiness is more important than your own.” – H. Jackson Brown Jr.
“The most wasted of all days is one without laughter.” – E. E. Cummings
“Love is like the wind, you can’t see it but you can feel it.” – Nicholas Sparks
“To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance.” – Oscar Wilde
“The greatest gift of life is friendship, and I have received it.” – Hubert H. Humphrey
Islam Quotes For Husband
“The best among you are those who are best to their wives.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Tirmidhi)
“And of His signs is that He created for you from yourselves mates that you may find tranquility in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy. Indeed in that are signs for a people who give thought.” – Quran 30:21
“Your wife has rights over you, so treat her with kindness.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Sahih Muslim)
“A man should not hate his wife, and if he is displeased with one bad quality in her, then let him be pleased with one that is good.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Muslim)
“The most perfect believer in faith is the one whose character is finest and who is kindest to his wife.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Tirmidhi)
“The most complete of the believers in faith, is the one with the best character. And the best of you are those who are the best to their women.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Tirmidhi)
“A believing man should not hate a believing woman; if he dislikes one of her characteristics, he will be pleased with another.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Muslim)
“The rights of the wife upon the husband are that he should feed her when he eats, clothe her when he clothes himself, not to hit her on the face, not to curse her or revile her, and not to shun her except in the house.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Abu Dawood)
“The best of you is the one who is best to his family, and I am the best among you to my family.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Tirmidhi)
“When a husband and wife look at each other with love, Allah looks at both with mercy.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Tirmidhi)
“Live with them in kindness.” – Quran 4:19
“The rights of wives upon their husbands are equal to the rights of the husbands upon their wives.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Ibn Majah)
“Paradise lies at the feet of your mother.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Musnad Ahmad)
“Take care of your wife and be kind to her, for she was created from a bent rib and the most curved part of it is its top; if you try to straighten it, you will break it, and if you leave it, it will remain curved, so take care of your wife and be kind to her.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Bukhari and Muslim)
“A woman is married for four things: her wealth, her family status, her beauty, and her religion. So choose the one with the religion, may your hands be rubbed with dust [i.e., may you prosper].” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Bukhari and Muslim)
“Your wife is a trust from Allah, so be careful in how you treat her.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Bukhari and Muslim)
“The believer who has the most perfect faith is the one whose character is the best, and the best among you are those who are the best to their wives.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Tirmidhi)
“A woman is like a rib; if you try to straighten her, she will break. So if you want to get benefit from her, do so while she still has some crookedness.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Bukhari and Muslim)
“The one who has the most perfect faith among the believers is the one whose behavior is most excellent, and the best among you are those who behave best towards their wives.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Tirmidhi)
“Fear Allah concerning women! Verily, you have taken them on the security of Allah, and intercourse with them has been made lawful unto you by words of Allah. You too have rights over them, and that they should not allow anyone to sit on your bed whom you do not like. But if they do that, you can chastise them but not severely. Their rights upon you are that you should provide them with food and clothing in a fitting manner.” – Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) (Muslim)
Love For Allah Quotes
“My love for Allah is unconditional, for He loved me when I couldn’t even love myself.”
“When you truly love Allah, you’ll find peace in every situation, because you know He’s always there for you.”
“The more you love Allah, the more you’ll find yourself detached from the dunya (worldly life).”
“True love is loving Allah even when He takes away the things you thought you needed the most.”
“The greatest love story is between you and Allah; it’s eternal and unconditional.”
“If you want to taste the sweetness of love, love Allah first and foremost.”
“Allah’s love is the only constant in a world full of uncertainties.”
“The heart that loves Allah is never alone, for Allah is always near.”
“The true measure of love is in how much you remember Allah in every moment of your life.”
“When you love Allah, you find beauty in every trial, for you know it’s a means to draw closer to Him.”
“To love Allah is to trust His plan, even when you don’t understand it.”
“The love of Allah is the light that guides us through the darkness of this world.”
“When you love Allah, you find joy in His worship, for it nourishes your soul.”
“In the remembrance of Allah, hearts find peace, and love blossoms.”
“The love of Allah is the anchor that keeps us grounded in the storms of life.”
“When you love Allah, His pleasure becomes your ultimate goal, and His displeasure your greatest fear.”
“To love Allah is to strive for His pleasure in every action, word, and thought.”
“The heart that loves Allah finds solace in His mercy, forgiveness, and guidance.”
“When you truly love Allah, you’ll find yourself longing for the sweetness of His closeness in every moment.”
“O Allah, grant me a heart that loves You more than anything else in this world.”
Conclusion:
In conclusion, these quotes beautifully encapsulate the essence of love for Allah, emphasizing the profound connection, devotion, and gratitude that believers feel towards their Creator. Loving Allah transcends mere words; it is a deep and intimate relationship that brings solace, guidance, and purpose to life. As we reflect on these expressions of love, may they inspire us to strengthen our bond with Allah, seek His pleasure in all that we do, and find everlasting peace in His remembrance.