Prophet Yusuf
The Well and The Throne
In the golden light of a childhood vision, Yusuf beheld eleven stars, the sun, and the moon bowing in prostration.
His father, the Prophet Ya’qub, recognized the divine prophecy and warned him against the silent whispers of envy.
Yet, shadows of jealousy grew in the hearts of his brothers, who conspired to cast him into a deep, dark well.
They returned to their father at nightfall, weeping with a shirt stained in false blood, claiming a wolf’s hunger.
Ya’qub, anchored in "Sabrun Jameel" beautiful patience, turned his grief toward Allah, knowing his son was not lost.
A traveling caravan found the boy in the pit and sold him for a few silver coins into the markets of Egypt.
He was purchased by the Aziz, a high official, and grew into a man of unparalleled beauty and prophetic grace.
When the wife of the Aziz attempted to lead him into sin, Yusuf sought refuge in the purity of his Lord.
Though his garment was torn from the back, proving his innocence, the word of the powerful led to his arrest.
Within the silence of the prison walls, Yusuf remained a beacon of Truth, interpreting the dreams of his fellow captives.
He taught them that the command belongs only to Allah, the One, the Irresistible, even as the years passed by.
While his body was confined by iron bars, his soul remained free, awaiting the moment of the King’s great vision.
The Ascent
The King of Egypt dreamt of seven lean cows devouring seven fat ones, and seven green ears of grain withering.
None could interpret the mystery until Yusuf was summoned, bringing with him the divine wisdom of the heavens.
He foretold seven years of abundance followed by seven years of famine, and he was granted charge of the storehouses.
When the drought struck, his brothers traveled from Canaan to Egypt, seeking bread from the brother they betrayed.
They did not recognize the powerful minister, but Yusuf knew them and tested their hearts through his brother Benjamin.
With the cup hidden in the sack, he secured his younger brother by his side, fulfilling a plan decreed by Allah.
Finally, Yusuf revealed his secret: "I am Yusuf, and this is my brother. Allah has indeed been gracious to us."
He showed no malice or vengeance, declaring that those who fear Allah and are patient will never lose their reward.
He sent his shirt to his father; as it touched Ya’qub’s face, the blindness of his grief vanished into clear sight.
The entire family traveled to Egypt, and as they entered the palace, they fell down in prostration before him.
"O my father," Yusuf whispered, "this is the fulfillment of my dream of old; my Lord has made it come true.
From the depths of a well to the heights of a throne, the story concludes: Allah is always Subtle in His ways.