Hajj Reflection #11: Tafakkur

It is vital to spend some 'off' time from the world to be in tafakkur, the state of being reflective and contemplative. During tafakkur, I let go of all resistance, try to understand everything that is in the heart and allow my own attributes to melt into the attributes of Allah.

Whilst in this state, I personally find that it is best done when alone; where there is no room for any form of distraction or communication other than with Allah swt. For most, the early hours of the morning is perhaps the best time for spiritual solace.

In syaAllah, I believe that time spent on tafakkur should be increased as it will help us become more centred in the heart and hence, closer to Him.