19th of Ramadan 26 - How to strengthen our Hope

On the 19th night of Ramadan, believers remember the tragic moment when Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib was struck while in prayer in the mosque of Kufa. In this lecture, we reflect on the sadness and uncertainty many feel when witnessing oppression, injustice, and suffering in the world today. Drawing on Qur’anic teachings, stories of the prophets, and powerful supplications such as the Dua of Abu Hamza al-Thumali, the talk explores how a believer can maintain hope even in the darkest times. Through four key insights—knowing Allah, recognizing our own responsibility, understanding the reality of this world, and remembering the hereafter—we are reminded that tyranny never lasts and that Allah’s wisdom and justice ultimately prevail. The lecture concludes with reflections on the sacrifice and legacy of Imam Ali and the unwavering hope that faith provides in moments of trial.