“The darkness of night is sprinkled with (bright) stars, until it is it is covered by the sun”
Explanation The author uses a beautiful analogy, addressing an important Godly norms that operates in the universe: hardships are removed slowly, at a natural pace, just like the sun gradually pierces through the dark fortification of night. Scholars of the heart refer to this in Arabic as التدرج في كشف المحنة (En. al-Tadarruj fi Kashf al-Mihna). The darker the night gets, the brighter the stars become. And on some nights the moon shines in all her glory.
Trials may seem unbearable, but as they get harder, if one squints spiritually, he may see the light at the end of the tunnel! Allah says, “And it is He who has made the night and the day in succession for whoever desires to remember or desires gratitude.” 25:62
This does not mean that change cannot occur quickly, but everything happens with God’s wisdom and decree. A believer understands this well and acts accordingly. Every event and occurrence presents an opportunity to experience God’s wisdom - increase a person’s servitude.
On some days, his blessings may shine like the full moon and on others, they may twinkle. Either way, they are there. No amount of darkness can hide them!
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