Question Summary:
My hand is paralyzed, am I being punished for my sins?

Question Detail:

My hand is paralyzed, and i don't know how it happend? i was at the gym, and i dislocated my shoulder, then paralyzed my hand and wrist and up? i want it to heal as fast as possible, i want to study medicine and i need my hand...i prayed and begged god, if he heals me i will fast a month and every mon. and thursday from now on...  i haven't prayed for a long time, but have restarted my prayer and i will want to continue, i have prayed salatul layl so far today...i know i have done alot of things, i have sinned, and more, but i want allah to forgive me and heal my hand .... what more can i do?? am i on the right track? what am i missing? is allah punishing me for my past sins??? 

Answer :

In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
As-salāmu ‘alaykum wa-rahmatullāhi wa-barakātuh.


We make dua' that Allah alleviate your pain and restore your health. Ameen.
 
If a believer is afflicted with pain or disease,  it does not necessarily mean that he or she is being punished for their sins. This world is a place of trial, and Allah decides how to test us, whether with wealth or poverty, sickness or health. Nothing happens in this world without a reason. There are always an underlying wisdom even if we cannot understand it. So be optimistic about your condition and hope for the best.
 
You have mentioned that you have committed a lot of sins and did not pray and that when you were afflicted with this pain your turned to Allah. This is a great first step on your part. Continue to come closer to Allah by engaging in good deeds and leaving bad deeds. Become regular in Salah, adorn yourself with the beauty of hijab, and fulfill all your obligations to Allah and to those who have a right on you such as your parents and siblings. The closer your come towards Allah and purify your life, the more likely your dua is to be accepted by Allah, Insha-Allah.
 
In addition, continue to seek the best options for treatment. Consult with your family and inquire about a specialist physician who can diagnose your condition and offer solutions through treatment or therapy.
 
Insha-Allah by making dua, doing good deeds and leaving bad ones, you will feel much better and optimistic. Allah will put contentment in your heart and you will realize your dreams of becoming a doctor.
 
And Allah Ta’āla Knows Best
Sohail ibn Arif,
Student Darul Iftaa
Chicago, USA
Checked and Approved by,
Mufti Ebrahim Desai.
 
Clarification
The Darul Iftaa has received queries regarding Mufti Ebrahim Desai Saheb’s teaching and affiliation with Madrassah In’aamiyya, Camperdown. The confusion is probably due to the previous Fatawaa and Google searches of Mufti Ebrahim Desai Saheb issued under the name of Darul Iftaa, Madrassah In’aamiyyah, Camperdown.

Mufti Ebrahim Desai Saheb has resigned from Madrassah In’aamiyya two years ago and has no affiliation with Madrassah In’aamiyya, Camperdown.

Mufti Saheb has established the Darul Iftaa in Durban that facilitates for post-Ulama courses and training Mufti’s. He teaches Hadeeth at Darul Uloom Nu’maniyyah.

Email: darululoomnumaniyyah@gmail.com or arkhanar@telkomsa.net