Acts of worship can sometimes feel burdensome due to a lack of understanding or imbalance between worldly life and worship.
Worship is one of the fundamental tenets of Islam, but unfortunately, it can become burdensome for some individuals. In the Holy Quran, Allah emphasizes that He assigns duties to each person according to their capacity and ability. For instance, in Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 286, it states: 'Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.' This means that everyone should engage in worship according to their circumstances and capabilities. However, why do some rituals become cumbersome for some people? One reason could be the lack of a proper understanding of worship and its positive effects. When an individual does not realize the importance and benefits of worship in their life, they might easily confront obstacles and difficulties. Additionally, if a person is unable to maintain a balance between worldly life and their worship, it may make worship feel heavier. For example, if someone spends all their time working without paying attention to their obligations, they might feel exhausted and burdened when it's time for worship. Therefore, taking care of one’s spiritual and mental well-being and designating suitable times for worship can help prevent the feeling of pressure and heaviness during worship. Ultimately, migrating toward Allah and establishing a deeper connection with Him can transform worship into an easy and pleasant endeavor.
Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.
And be patient over your duty to your Lord and do not be like those of the companions of the fish when they called and he went away angry.
One day, a man named Hasan felt a heaviness in his acts of worship. He approached a religious scholar and asked, 'Why has worship become hard for me?' The scholar replied, 'Dear Hasan, everything in life needs balance. If you let your worldly matters crowd your time for worship, you will certainly feel the burden. Just allocate specific time for your worship and try to establish a better connection with Allah.' Hasan followed this advice, and gradually, he began to feel more at ease in his acts of worship.