About this Event
In a world filled with constant distractions, our hearts can easily become heedless.
Yet sometimes, a single tear can awaken what has become distant.
Join us for a reflective spiritual session exploring the beauty of tears shed from khashyah, awe and fear of Allah, and how humility, repentance, remembrance and longing for His mercy can soften and awaken the heart.
Drawing upon the spiritual teachings of Imam ʿAbdullah ibn ʿAlawī al-Ḥaddad in Nasā’ih al-Dīniyyah, we will reflect upon what it means to cultivate a heart that is sincere, conscious of Allah, and mindful of its eventual return to Him.
“And they fall upon their faces weeping, and it increases them in humility.”
Sūrah al-Isrāʾ, 17:109
The Prophet ﷺ said:
“There are two eyes that shall not be touched by the Fire: an eye that wept from the fear of Allah, and an eye that spent the night standing guard in the cause of Allah.”
Jāmiʿ al-Tirmidhī, 1639
A Heart That Remembers
This session invites us to look beyond tears as an emotional response and to discover what they may reveal about a heart that is awake to Allah.
Through dhikr, muḥāsabah, sincere worship and reflection upon the Hereafter, we will explore how to:
- Soften and awaken the heart
- Strengthen our awareness of Allah
- Reflect upon our intentions and deeds
- Remember the Hereafter and our return to Allah
- Cultivate humility, repentance and sincere devotion
- Develop moments of daily reflection amidst the distractions of life
Perhaps the greatest question is not simply, “When will we cry?”
But rather:
“Is our heart still alive enough to be moved by Allah?”
An Invitation to Return
When Tears Become Our Shield is an invitation to pause, reflect and return to Allah.
To remember Him before we are forgotten.
To turn back before we are called back.
And to nurture a heart whose tears, by the mercy of Allah, may become a means of protection and salvation in the Hereafter.
May Allah grant us hearts that are soft with His remembrance, sincere in worship, humble before Him, and longing to meet Him.
O Allah, grant us humble hearts, tearful eyes and tranquil souls, and make us among those who attain Your nearness and pleasure.
THE JOURNEY OF THE HEART
WHEN TEARS BECOME OUR SHIELD
Tears from the Fear of Allah & the Hope of His Mercy
A reflective spiritual gathering for sisters seeking to reconnect with Allah, soften the heart and prepare for the journey home to Him.
Come as you are.
Pause. Reflect. Return.
About the Speaker
Ustazah Ayu Naylul Muna is an educator whose teaching combines traditional Islamic scholarship with practical guidance for contemporary Muslims. Having pursued advanced Islamic studies in the Arab world, she presents classical texts with warmth, clarity, and relevance, making profound knowledge accessible to audiences of all backgrounds.
Her lectures emphasise spiritual purification (tazkiyatun nafs), love of Allah and His Messenger ﷺ, and nurturing faith through knowledge, reflection, and righteous action.
Whether you are beginning your journey of seeking knowledge or looking to deepen your understanding, this series offers a valuable opportunity to reconnect with the timeless wisdom of our rich Islamic tradition.
"The most beloved deeds to Allah are those that are consistent, even if they are small."
— Sahih al-Bukhari & Sahih Muslim
We look forward to welcoming you to this blessed gathering of knowledge. May Allah grant us beneficial knowledge, sincere intentions, and hearts that are illuminated through His remembrance.
Event venue & nearby stays
THE ISTANA BALLROOM, 11 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore, Singapore
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