I like being popular, having many friends.
It's pleasant to chat, to shop, and to dine with them.
Forever my thoughts swirl around them,
About how to have more fun during the times that we're together.
During times of reflection and solitude
My best friend enlightens my innermost being.
It boldly whispers about making lasting friends
Who will accompany me on the Great Day.
I'm reminded of salah, of siyam, of zakah,
Of eeman, of hajj I've yet to perform.
Of cleansing my heart with purified water
That flows freely from nearby streams.
Good deeds done in private and in public
Will be a solace on that Great Day.
How I need to rush to accumulate
All the companions who will intercede.
Thank you, my friend, and Lady conscience.
Without You I'd have been lost.
Grab my hand and help me find
All of the other Companions.
Help me be Allah conscious
During every breath I take.
Let my meeting with Him be pleasant
For my Companions' sake.
by Tasneem Zeenat Ahmad