Should one be happy or sad
Question
Many Ahaadeeth signify the reward of pain, like even a prick of a thorn, and if you know what I know, you would cry a lot and laugh a little. In that context is it more better to be depressed than happy?
Answer
In the presence of Allah, in seclusion have the cognisance of Allah Ta`ala and be concerned and when among people then cheer, smile and be pleasant.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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