Introduction: The Dream from Gaza

Before the skies of Gaza turned red, a woman dreamt.

In her dream, she saw what was coming: the destruction, the smoke, the cries. But she also saw something far greater than the fire.

She said, “I saw the Prophet ﷺ sitting in the courtyard of Masjid al-Aqsa.”

Around him were people from every corner of the world, not the powerful, not the wealthy, but the oppressed. She said, “I saw Muslims from Syria, from Yemen, from Iraq. I saw the Uyghurs, the people of Kashmir, and Somalia. They were all gathering around the Prophet ﷺ.”

The courtyard began to fill, until it felt as though every wounded heart in the Ummah had come to sit at his feet.

And the Prophet ﷺ looked at them and smiled.

He said, “You will enter Paradise in groups, in large numbers.”
Then he said, “The victory of Allah is coming, so rejoice.”

Someone in the dream asked, “O Messenger of Allah, when will this victory come?”

The Prophet ﷺ replied, “Shahadah, martyrdom is true victory.”

The Smile That Defies Despair

He then began to remind them of his own days in Makkah, the days when believers were tortured in the streets, when they were run out of their homes, when the nights were long and filled with fear.

It was as if he was saying, “I am with you. And know that Allah’s chosen people have always carried the heaviest burdens.”

Because those who are most loved by Allah are often the ones most tested by Him.

Then she saw a vast army appear so large in body and so radiant in face that they shone like the full moon. The Prophet ﷺ pointed toward them and said,
“You will be given victory through this army.”

They fought on behalf of the believers until victory was written for them.

The Dream Beyond Gaza

Maybe that dream was not only for Gaza.

Maybe it was for every believer whose heart trembles at injustice, who watches from afar wondering if Allah still sees, if the Prophet ﷺ still cares, if the Ummah will ever rise again.

The answer is in that smile.

The same smile the Prophet ﷺ gave his companions when hope seemed lost.

Even when the world feels like it is collapsing, the unseen is already in motion, armies being prepared, hearts being strengthened, destinies waiting for their appointed hour.

What Victory Really Means

Victory is not only written in the martyr’s blood.
It is also written in the patience of those who endure, in the prayers whispered under siege, in the steadfast hearts of those who refuse despair.

It is written in the generosity of those who give when they have little, in the courage of those who speak when silence would be safer, in the faith of those who still say La ilaha illallah when everything around them is burning.

The victory of Allah is coming.

Until then, we hold our ground, we hold our prayers, and we hold our responsibility.

Because no matter how long the night, the dawn that follows belongs to the people of light.

Applying This Teaching to Our Personal Lives

1. Hold Fast to Duʿa (Supplication)
The Prophet ﷺ said, “Duʿa is the weapon of the believer.” Sunan Ibn Majah 3829
When we pray sincerely for those in hardship, it fortifies our connection to them and strengthens the collective heart of the Ummah. Neuroscience confirms that consistent prayer activates neural circuits of hope and resilience.

2. Embrace Patience as Strength
The Prophet ﷺ said, “Patience is illumination.” (Sahih Muslim 223)
Modern psychology recognizes patience as emotional regulation, the ability to delay reaction and maintain inner peace under distress, building resilience against chronic stress.

3. Give, Even in Difficulty
The Qur’an promises, “Whatever you give in charity, Allah will replace it.” Surah Saba 34:39
Acts of charity not only aid those in need but, studies show, also release endorphins and oxytocin, reducing stress and increasing empathy.

4. Stay Informed but Guard the Heart
Consuming news of suffering without spiritual grounding leads to compassion fatigue. The Sunnah teaches us balance, to be aware, to act, but not to despair. Daily dhikr and Qur’an recitation protect the heart from numbness.

5. Revive Hope through Community
The Prophet ﷺ said, “The believer to the believer is like a building, each part supporting the other.” (Sahih al-Bukhari 481)
Neuroscientific research shows that social bonds enhance recovery and emotional stability. Surround yourself with those who remind you of Allah and rekindle your sense of purpose.

FAQ

1. What does Islam say about true dreams like this one?
True dreams are one part of prophecy. The Prophet ﷺ said, “Nothing remains of Prophethood except glad tidings the righteous dream.” Sahih al-Bukhari 6989

2. Can dreams be a source of divine reassurance?
Yes, when they align with Qur’an and Sunnah. They often come to comfort the believer or remind them that Allah’s plan is unfolding beyond sight.

3. How should we respond to news of oppression without despair?
By remembering Allah’s justice and responding with prayer, charity, and patience. Despair is a tool of Shayṭān, but hope is a mark of faith.

4. Does martyrdom guarantee victory?
In the sight of Allah, martyrdom is the highest form of victory; the soul returns purified, honored, and alive with Him. (Qur’an 3:169)

5. How can ordinary believers contribute to the Ummah’s revival?
Through sincerity, consistency, and compassion. Every duʿa, every act of charity, every truthful word, they all build unseen armies of light.

Footnotes

1. Davidson, R.J. The Emotional Life of Your Brain. Penguin, 2012.

2. Duckworth, A. Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance. Scribner, 2016.

3. Post, S.G. “Altruism, Happiness, and Health.” International Journal of Behavioral Medicine, 2005.

4. Cacioppo, J. & Patrick, W. Loneliness: Human Nature and the Need for Social Connection. Norton, 2008.