1. 📖 Qur’anic Verse & Tafsir

Verse:
“If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor].” (Surah Ibrahim, 14:7)

Selected Tafsir:
Ibn Kathir explains that gratitude to Allah — through the heart, tongue, and actions — brings more blessings and prevents them from being taken away. Gratitude is not just words, but a state of living obedience to Allah.
Source: Tafsir Ibn Kathir on IslamWeb

2. 🕌 Prophetic Hadith (Sahih)

Text:
“He who does not thank the people, does not thank Allah.”
— Sunan Abu Dawud (Sahih according to al-Albani)

Authenticity Verification:
Hadith No. 4811, graded Sahih by Shaykh al-Albani.
Source: sunnah.com

3. ⚖️ Islamic Ruling (Fatwa)

Question: Is it permissible to say “thank you” instead of “JazakAllahu khayran”?

Answer: It is permissible, but the best and most complete form of gratitude in Islam is to say “JazakAllahu khayran” (May Allah reward you with goodness), as it combines worldly appreciation with a supplication for reward.
Source: IslamWeb Fatwa No. 115457

4. 💡 Practical Advice

Keep a daily gratitude journal: Every night, write down three blessings from your day. End your note with “Alhamdulillah” to train your heart to recognize Allah’s favors.

5. ❓ Weekly Reflection

What’s one blessing in your life today that you often overlook?

Share it — gratitude multiplies when remembered and spoken.