Excerpt:

Haya finds solace and renewed strength after seeking guidance from her mentor, realizing that staying true to her faith requires enduring societal and familial trials.

Summary:

In Episode 35, Haya continues her journey of self-discovery, grappling with the aftermath of her life-changing decisions. The episode opens with Haya visiting the serene and beautiful International Islamic University, a place she had fond memories of. She feels a sense of peace as she walks through the familiar green lawns and red-brick campus buildings. The quiet and calm of the university contrasts with the internal turmoil Haya is experiencing. She has come to meet her former professor, Dr. Ibrahim Hassan, a mentor she hopes can provide her with some guidance.

Haya explains to Dr. Hassan that despite knowing the Quran is her best companion and that all guidance should come from Allah, she is struggling. She expresses how she feels trapped by societal expectations and the judgment she faces, particularly regarding her decision to adopt the niqab. Haya confesses that she knows that the right path requires effort and sacrifice but admits she feels isolated and disheartened by the reactions of those around her.

Dr. Hassan listens attentively, offering her wisdom and comfort. He tells Haya that she is not wrong for feeling the way she does and that part of faith is enduring the trials that come with it. He explains that sometimes the people around us, including family, may resist the changes we make in our lives, not because they oppose our faith, but because they are themselves dealing with pride or fear of change. Dr. Hassan also reminds Haya that true spiritual growth often involves periods of loneliness and hardship, as the journey toward understanding and embracing one’s faith is deeply personal.

The conversation leaves Haya feeling lighter, as if a burden has been lifted off her shoulders. She realizes that the challenges she is facing are part of the larger test of life and that she must stay steadfast in her beliefs, even if it means going against the expectations of her family and society.

The episode concludes with Haya leaving the university with renewed resolve. Though she knows the path ahead will not be easy, Haya feels more confident in her ability to face the challenges that await her, with her faith as her guide.