Maryam was not alone and was rewarded for her strength, courage and dependence on Allah. At this moment of seeming defeat, Allah led her to a stream and a date palm to quench her thirst and to nourish her body. When the pain became unbearable she longed for death and Allah’s infinite mercy. She gave birth without the aid of a midwife, companion, or relative. When the angel Gibreel appeared to her and brought news of her pregnancy, Maryam was fearful of what society would think and how she could do this alone. She chose a life of prayer, reflection, and complete devotion to Allah. Maryam, may Allah be pleased with her, left her family to reside in solitude.
And shake toward you the trunk of the palm tree it will drop upon you ripe, fresh dates.’” (19:23-25) She said, ‘Oh, I wish I had died before this and was in oblivion, forgotten.’ But he called her from below her, ‘Do not grieve your Lord has provided beneath you a stream. “And the pains of childbirth drove her to the trunk of a palm tree. The following are five takeaways from this inspiring chapter to illuminate your spiritual journey toward connection and understanding. Surah Maryam is filled with wisdom for Muslims seeking to strengthen their relationship with Allah. The nineteenth surah, or chapter, of the Qur’an can provide immense strength and hope to those experiencing hardships, trials of faith, or disappointments.