🕌 Worship in the home · #120

How do we prepare spiritually for illness and frailty in old age?

The best spiritual preparation is to draw closer to Allah little by little before frailty arrives, so that the heart already leans on Him. Keep up prayer as far as possible, and learn the concessions in worship for the sick and infirm so that you are not distressed when your condition changes. Increase dhikr, istighfar and supplications that are easy to practise even when weak. See illness as an expiation of sins and a chance for patience, not only a misfortune. Settle worldly matters such as debts and your will (wasiat) so that your heart is at ease. Ask your family to help remind you and arrange your worship when needed. A good ending (husnulkhatimah) is nurtured by consistent daily practice. See preparing for death.

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