art by fari

Dreams are the seeds of possibility. They live in the heart before they ever take form in the world. They give us vision, purpose, and something to strive toward—something that pulls us forward when life feels uncertain or heavy. Ḥulm in Arabic beautifully captures this sense of inner longing, aspiration, and vision for something greater.

In Islamic tradition, dreams hold a unique and sacred place. From the dreams of prophets to our own quiet hopes, ḥulm represents not only our ambitions in this world, but also our yearning for closeness to Allah and for the goodness of the Hereafter. Dreams are not just personal desires; they are reflections of our spiritual state, our trust in Allah, and our belief that the future holds more than what we see now.

For me, Ḥulm is more than a dream—it’s a quiet determination. It’s a gentle, persistent belief that something beautiful is always in the making. Choosing this word for my calligraphy piece was a way of honoring the dreams that live in the soul, the ones we nurture with dua, effort, and faith.

The Power of Dreams:

• They give us direction and inspire growth.
• They motivate us to make dua, to work, and to trust in Allah’s timing.
• They connect our inner hopes with divine purpose.

How to Nurture Your Dreams with Faith:

• Align your dreams with sincerity, and always ask: Is this pleasing to Allah?
• Make dua often. Speak your dreams to the One who knows your heart best.
• Trust that delays are not denials—Allah’s plan unfolds with perfect wisdom.

ḤULM, my latest calligraphy piece

This piece is my tribute to the beauty of dreaming with faith. It’s a reminder that it’s not just about having goals, but about holding them with gentleness and trust. Every time I look at this piece, I’m reminded to keep going—to stay hopeful, to keep praying, and to let my dreams be rooted in something deeper than just ambition.

To dream is to believe that Allah can bring something into existence that the world hasn’t seen yet. It’s an act of surrender and strength at the same time.

“Do not lose hope or be sad. You will surely be victorious if you are true believers.” (Qur’an 3:139)