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Nov 2024
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The Wisdoms of Pain - Episode 1

Wijhah Initiative
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One of the most common questions we ask ourselves regarding life is why difficulties and tribulations take place. What possible benefit could come out of us struggling and suffering through various events in life? To address these questions, a sixth-century Syrian scholar 'Izz Al-Din Ibn 'Abd Al-Salam penned a treatise outlining 17 benefits that we are blessed with by means of the tough times we go through.
Join us as we begin a new series, The Wisdoms of Pain.

Recorded: Nov 20, 2024

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