When you step back and observe, you’ll see that success, whether yours or someone else’s, is contributed towards by the opportunities that were given by Allāh and the unexpected doors that He opened.
At one point, all of us where at the same start line (perhaps when we were fresh out of high school.) But then Allāh gave each individual very unique opportunities. These opportunities were pivotal in leading to each person’s success. They propelled them forward and shaped (and continue to shape) their success. Sure, other factors matter as well; hard work, intelligence, social skills, etc. But I’m specifically referring to things that came to us that we had no control over, that we didn’t quite earn or deserve. The opportunities of learning, of working, of teaching, of contributing, of earning, of creating…
So I found myself thinking just how important it is to ask Allāh for the very best opportunities and for the very best doors to open for us as this is what leads to our success.
Then I realised that this request is summed up in the Qurʾānic duʿāʾ:
رَبَّنَا آتِنَا فِي الدُّنْيَا حَسَنَةً وَفِي الْآخِرَةِ حَسَنَةً وَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ
Our Lord, give us in this world [that which is] good and in the Hereafter [that which is] good and protect us from the punishment of the Fire. 2:201
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MashaAllah