Allah

by Matthew Arnold — a poem card from Justes Mots

A lyrical invocation of Allah's mercy and restoration, this poem offers spiritual comfort through pain and transience, affirming eternal hope beyond earthly suffering. Drawing on Islamic devotional tradition, it balances acknowledgment of grief with faith in divine healing. Perfect for consoling those in pain or illness.

Allah gives light in darkness,
Allah gives rest in pain,
Cheeks that are white with weeping
Allah paints red again.

The flowers and the blossoms wither,
Years vanish with flying fleet;
But my heart will live on forever,…

Themes: sympathy · grief · encouragement · reflection