Tadabur on ayah 12 of surah luqman: 'And We had certainly given Luqmān wisdom [and said], 'Be grateful to Allāh.' And whoever is grateful is grateful for [the benefit of] himself. And whoever denies [His favor] - then indeed, Allāh is Free of need and Praiseworthy.' In this ayah, ALLAH SWT called the act of showing gratitude wisdom.' Let's ponder on how showing gratitude is wisdom! 1. Appreciation of ALLAH’s SWT blessings in life, faith, family, resources, health and good intentions. This maintains our positive relationship with ALLAH SWT. The act of showing gratitude means that we give value these blessings. 2. Appreciation of others’ efforts, expressing gratitude acknowledges the contributions and efforts of others. If someone does good to us, we want to do good in return it as gratitude for the efforts. 3. Valuing relationships, recognizing other's efforts, strengthens relationships and fosters a sense of community. 4. Mindful living, gratitude encourages mindfulness and appreciation of everything, even hardships and trials. 5. Positive impact on others, showing gratitude creates the ripple effect of kindness and positivity. 6. Humility, gratitude can demonstrate humility and willingness to learn from others. 7. Focus on good, gratitude shifts focus from what is lacking to what is present and positive. Let's ponder how showing gratitude is beneficial for humans: Emotional Benefits: Increased happiness: Focusing on gratitude can increase feelings of joy and happiness. Reduced stress and anxiety: Practicing gratitude can help alleviate stress and anxiety. Improved mood: Gratitude can help shift focus away from negative thoughts and emotions. Physical Benefits: Better sleep: Studies have shown that practicing gratitude can improve sleep quality. Stronger immune system: Chronic stress can weaken the immune system, and gratitude can help mitigate this effect. Fewer chronic illnesses: Some research suggests that gratitude may be linked to a lower risk of chronic illnesses. Social Benefits: Stronger relationships: Expressing gratitude can strengthen relationships and build stronger bonds. Increased empathy: Focusing on gratitude can increase feelings of empathy and compassion. More positive interactions: Gratitude can lead to more positive interactions and a more supportive social network. Psychological Benefits: Increased resilience: Practicing gratitude can help build resilience and coping skills. Improved self-esteem: Focusing on gratitude can help individuals develop a more positive self-image. Greater life satisfaction: Gratitude can lead to a greater sense of life satisfaction and overall well-being. ALLAHU AKBAR KABEERAH! See how every ayah of Quran manifests itself in our lives and in our psychology. ALLAHU AKBAR! May ALLAH SWT make us among HIS SWT slaves who are shakireen(very grateful to ALLAH SWT AMEEN! Regards:Ayesha zafar