PoriPurno News Desk | August 11, 2025
Barakah (blessing) in life is a divine favor that transcends mere wealth or material abundance. It is a special grace from Allah (ﷻ) that brings ease, contentment, and sustained well-being even with limited resources. True Barakah means living in peace and satisfaction, finding tranquility in simplicity, and having needs fulfilled without hardship or excess.
What is Barakah?
Barakah is not just an increase in wealth or possessions; it is a quality of blessings that makes the little sufficient and the difficult easy. The Qur’an reminds us:
وَإِن تَعُدُّوا نِعْمَةَ اللَّهِ لَا تُحْصُوهَا
“And if you should count the favors of Allah, you could not enumerate them.”
— Surah An-Nahl 16:18
This verse highlights the countless blessings Allah bestows upon His servants, often beyond mere material gains.
Signs of Barakah in Life
- Sustained Good Health Without Frequent Medical Visits:
When Allah (ﷻ) blesses a person’s health, they may go years without needing a doctor, as their body is protected by His mercy. The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said:
«عَجَبًا لأَمْرِ الْمُؤْمِنِ إِنَّ أَمْرَهُ كُلَّهُ خَيْرٌ وَلَيْسَ ذَلِكَ لأَحَدٍ إِلَّا لِلْمُؤْمِنِ، إِنْ أَصَابَتْهُ سَرَّاءُ شَكَرَ فَكَانَ خَيْرًا لَهُ، وَإِنْ أَصَابَتْهُ ضَرَّاءُ صَبَرَ فَكَانَ خَيْرًا لَهُ»
“The affair of the believer is amazing; all of his affairs are good. If something good happens to him, he thanks Allah, and that is good for him. If something bad happens to him, he is patient, and that is good for him.”
— Sahih Muslim 2999 - Income May Be Modest, But Family Needs Are Fulfilled Without Debt:
Despite limited earnings, the household experiences sufficiency and never faces debt. This is Barakah in livelihood as Allah (ﷻ) promises: وَمَن يَتَّقِ اللَّهَ يَجْعَل لَّهُ مَخْرَجًا
وَيَرْزُقْهُ مِنْ حَيْثُ لَا يَحْتَسِبُ
“And whoever fears Allah – He will make for him a way out and will provide for him from where he does not expect.”
— Surah At-Talaq 65:2-3
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- Durability of Household Items and Furniture:
Blessing in the household is also shown in the long-lasting quality of possessions, which remain useful and do not break easily. This preservation is a mercy from Allah (ﷻ). - A Small But Peaceful Home Full of Love and Good Relations:
Barakah is also evident in the warmth, love, and sincerity shared within the family despite humble circumstances. The Prophet (ﷺ) said:
«مَا نَقَصَتْ صَدَقَةٌ مِنْ مَالٍ وَمَا زَادَ اللَّهُ عَبْدًا بِعَفْوٍ إِلَّا عِزًّا وَمَا تَوَاضَعَ أَحَدٌ لِلَّهِ إِلَّا رَفَعَهُ اللَّهُ»
“Charity does not decrease wealth; no one forgives another except that Allah increases his honor; and no one humbles himself for the sake of Allah except that Allah raises his status.”
— Sahih Muslim 2588 - Few But Trustworthy and Compassionate Friends:
Barakah may manifest in having a small, sincere social circle that provides emotional and spiritual support. - Contentment with Little, Ease in Difficulties, and Peace in the Heart:
True Barakah is reflected in the heart’s tranquility and satisfaction, even with little material wealth. Allah (ﷻ) says: أَلَا بِذِكْرِ اللَّهِ تَطْمَئِنُّ الْقُلُوبُ
“Unquestionably, by the remembrance of Allah hearts are assured.”
— Surah Ar-Ra’d 13:28
Conclusion
Barakah is a divine gift that enriches life in ways money cannot measure. It brings health, sufficiency, durability, peace, sincere relationships, and contentment. The believer’s true wealth is the blessing of Allah (ﷻ), which illuminates the heart and life.
May Allah (ﷻ) grant us Barakah in our health, wealth, family, and deeds. Ameen.
Written by: Mahbub Osmane
Islamic thinker, writer, and founder of PoriPurno.com
Analytical articles based on the Qur’an and authentic Hadith
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