IMPORTANCE OF GUEST

In the realm of Islam's embrace,
A cherished virtue takes its place.
It sings of hospitality's grace,
The honor we bestow upon a guest's face.

Come forth, O stranger, into our dwelling,
Where warmth and love are forever swelling.
For in this humble abode, we find,
The echoes of Prophet Muhammad's kind.

The guest, a treasure we dearly treasure,
A blessing, a soul to deeply pleasure.
In Islam's heart, a sacred space,
Where kindness and compassion embrace.

A knock on the door, a whispered prayer,
A welcome, a smile, a heart laid bare.
For the guest holds a sacred role,
A chance to touch and make us whole.

In their presence, we find humility,
A moment to learn and truly see,
The diverse beauty that life unfolds,
Through stories shared and hands that hold.

We offer food, a feast to share,
A table filled with love and care.
For in nourishment, we unite,
Breaking bread, our hearts alight.

It matters not their creed or race,
In their presence, we find God's grace.
For the guest is but a traveler true,
A reflection of the Divine in view.

From the Prophet's words, a gentle plea,
"Whoever believes in God, let him see,
That his neighbor is well-fed,
And never sleeps with an empty bed."

For the guest's comfort, we go above,
A sheltering embrace, a haven of love.
In serving them, we serve the divine,
A chance to be righteous, truly shine.

So let us honor this noble decree,
Embrace the guest with love, you see,
For in their arrival, blessings arrive,
A moment to truly feel alive.

In Islam's tapestry, they find a place,
A testament to mercy's eternal embrace.
For the guest, a cherished presence divine,
A path to unity, a radiant sign.

Imran Nazeer

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