{"id":98243,"date":"2025-06-05T10:08:45","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T08:08:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/?p=98243"},"modified":"2025-06-05T10:12:11","modified_gmt":"2025-06-05T08:12:11","slug":"wife-sarah-ra-part-14","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/wife-sarah-ra-part-14\/","title":{"rendered":"Wife Sarah RA – Part 14"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ibrahim \u0639\u0644\u064a\u0647 \u0627\u0644\u0633\u0644\u0627\u0645 Echo: Where Footsteps Become Footprints<\/strong><\/p>\n

Wife Sarah RA<\/strong><\/p>\n

The life of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) is marked by unwavering submission to Allah, and a key part of his journey was shared with his wife, Sarah (RA). Their relationship was rooted in deep love, companionship in faith, and a remarkable journey through trials and divine favour. Sarah RA was not only the wife of a Prophet, but also the mother of Prophet – Ishaq (AS), through whom the line of Bani Isra’il continued.<\/p>\n

A Life of Migration and Sacrifice<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sarah RA stood by Ibrahim (AS) throughout his trials. When he was persecuted in Babylon for rejecting idol worship, she supported his migration. They journeyed together from Babylon to Palestine, then to Egypt, and eventually settled again in Sham. Despite hardships, Sarah RA remained a firm believer in Allah and a devoted wife.<\/p>\n

Sarah RA\u2019s loyalty and patience are also highlighted in the hadith tradition. During their travel to Egypt, a tyrant king attempted to violate her, but by the will of Allah, he was unable to do so. This divine protection further confirmed her piety and special status.<\/p>\n

The Longing for a Child<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the most significant aspects of Sarah RA\u2019s story is her long-standing barrenness. For many years, she and Ibrahim (AS) remained childless. Her inability to bear children was a great test, yet they both remained patient and continued their service to Allah.<\/p>\n

Despite not having children for most of her life, Sarah RA never lost faith. She supported Ibrahim AS in his prophetic mission, welcomed guests, and stood as a strong woman of taw\u1e25\u012bd (monotheism).<\/p>\n

The Glad Tidings of Ishaq (AS)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sarah RA\u2019s most celebrated moment in the Qur’an is when she receives glad tidings of the birth of a son, Ishaq (AS), despite her old age.<\/p>\n

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\u201cAnd his wife was standing, and she laughed. Then We gave her good tidings of Ishaq and after Ishaq, Ya\u2018qub.\u201d Hud (11: 71)<\/p>\n

Her laughter was a response of both astonishment and joy. She said:<\/p>\n

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\u201cShe said, \u2018Woe to me! Shall I give birth while I am an old woman and this, my husband, is an old man? Indeed, this is an amazing thing!\u2019\u201d Hud (11: 72)<\/p>\n

The angels reassured her:<\/p>\n

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\u201cThey said, \u2018Are you astonished by the decree of Allah? May the mercy of Allah and His blessings be upon you, O people of the house. Indeed, He is Praiseworthy and Glorious.\u2019\u201d Hud (11: 73)<\/p>\n

This moment reflects the depth of Ibrahim AS and Sarah RA\u2019s relationship with Allah \u2014 one filled with patience, gratitude, and divine intervention.<\/p>\n

A Model of Belief and Support<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sarah RA is described in Islamic tradition as a righteous and believing woman, full of grace and faith. She was a devoted companion of Ibrahim AS during his prophetic call. Even though she experienced jealousy and emotional struggles \u2014 especially after Ibrahim married Hajar (RA) and had Ismail (AS) \u2014 her character remained noble, and Allah honoured her with the miraculous birth of Ishaq AS.<\/p>\n

Their relationship was not just as husband and wife but as partners in the mission of Taw\u1e25\u012bd. Ibrahim (AS) respected and loved her, and her status as the mother of a prophet is a testament to her elevated position.<\/p>\n

The story of Ibrahim (AS) and Sarah (RA) is one of resilience, shared faith, and divine grace. Their bond was not built on worldly pleasures but on submission to Allah, patience in adversity, and joy in divine gifts. Sarah RA\u2019s unwavering faith in Allah was rewarded with a son, Prophet Ishaq (AS), and a lineage of prophets that included Ya\u2018qub (AS), Yusuf (AS), Musa (AS), and Isa (AS).<\/p>\n

Together, they laid the foundation for generations of monotheistic belief. Their story teaches us that true companionship is rooted in shared purpose, trust in Allah\u2019s decree, and hope in His mercy \u2014 no matter how delayed it may seem.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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