![]() The environment, the land, and the sea and the ecosystem are all at the point of no return. The threat facing humanity because of our greed and wasteful habits is endangering the future of humanity. Countless species of living beings have been reduced to extinction by us. I would like to mention three of them:ĬOVID-19 teaches us that we cannot continue our relentless assault on the environment without paying a hefty price. There are many lessons for us to take to heart as we face the challenges upon us today. It taught us that after all, we are not all that powerful and that we can never dispense with our Creator. It shook our over-confidence and dependence on our own devices. It exposed the frailty of the human condition. The COVID-19 Pandemic arrived giving us a sudden jolt. This year Ramadan came at a most critical time in our lives during the pandemic. “By the flight of time, truly mankind is in loss, save those who believe, perform righteous deeds, encourage one another to the truth, and encourage one another to patience.” (Qur’an: 103: 1-3) We must also never forget the lessons of the flight of time: But ask those who keep count.” He will say, “You tarried but a little, if you but knew.” (Qur’an: 23:112-114) “He will say, “How many years did you tarry on earth?” They will say, “We tarried a day or part of a day. It reminds us about the transient nature of this worldly life.Īllah tells us in the Quran about what will happen on the Day of Judgment: While celebrating Eid, let us also reflect on the lessons from Ramadan.įirst of all, it is evident that Ramadan came and went too fast. May the All-Merciful shower them all with His Mercy. Some of them died as victims of COVID-19. While celebrating Eid, let us not forget our loved ones who were with us in previous years. While feeling the joy of Eid, we also feel sad for in the coming days we will miss the fragrance of fasting, sweet recitations and heartfelt prayers. Today we are bidding farewell to the blessed month of Ramadan and celebrating Eid. May God reward their efforts, and may the All-Merciful protect them and their families. Let us, therefore, thank those who have been working hard to protect us: the physicians, nurses, health personnel, volunteers, and government officials from all three levels: the federal, provincial, and municipal for their sacrifices in keeping our communities safe. The Prophet said, “He who is not grateful to others cannot be grateful to Allah.” We seek His protection against all deadly diseases and character vices. We seek His forgiveness and turn to Him in repentance. We thank Him for the gift of faith, health, family and peace and security in this country. We thank Him for honoring us to fast, pray, perform charity and recite the Quran. ![]()
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