Part I: Concepts of Tawakkul

06.20.23

Functioning as a main tenet in Islam, ‘Tawakkul’ is often referred to as self-control and trust in Allah. Tawakkul (Arabic for ‘Total Reliance on God’) shifts our focus to the Almighty and reminds us that only He is in control of the universe. It highlights that Allah alone is responsible for our destiny –– a fact that relieves a great part of stress from our lives and allows us to focus on our duties. It instructs us in the correct way to balance between relying on Allah and using our own means to achieve our desired objectives.

In Islam, the concept of Tawakkul involves an individual trusting in Allah and His infinite power, relinquishing worries, and relying on divine intervention to solve their issues. This eliminates our doubts and enhances our connection with Allah by enveloping the individual in a blanket of hope and assurance that He will help in our pursuits.

Tawakkul is not just limited to Muslims – it has been demonstrated many times in the Qur’an through the actions of those who believed in the Oneness of God. Prophets Ibrahim, Ibrahim, and others are perfect examples as they responded to all challenges by relying on and faithfully trusting in Allah. The Qur’an repeatedly reminds us that Allah will not abandon those who trust in Him.

Tawakkul is a prized talent that is developed over time and is attained only by those who trust in their chosen paths and persevere in their struggles. Such people are those who do not succumb to the temptation of shirking their responsibilities, instead placing their faith firmly upon Allah in various aspects of life such as travel, marriage, and acquiring sustenance.

Tawakkul is a journey - it starts with performing one’s duties sincerely and diligently, waiting for Allah’s mercy without being disappointed if the result perchance were not in one’s favor. In Islam, the human is only in charge of presenting the effort, and from thereon, it is solely upon Allah to determine the outcome of one’s deeds.

In conclusion, trusting in Allah by taking the path of Tawakkul is not only an integral part of Islam but the essence of all human spirituality. As many of us worry about our future, Tawakkul reminds us to never give in to despair but to remain rightful and obedient to Allah no matter what the outcome.

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