Syed Suhail Ahmad

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The Field, the Book, and the Exam: Metaphors of Our Journey

This world is like a vast field where we plant the seeds for the next life. Each day unfolds as a new plot of land, fertile and awaiting our efforts. Our actions serve as seeds, their growth dependent on the care we provide. Some seeds sprout into towering trees, embodying our good deeds, while others […]

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Life,

Dialogue Over Force: The Gentle Power of Ideas

War disrupts all forms of interaction, like a fierce storm that silences communication. However, when peace is established, it unlocks the gateway to renewed interaction, much like the sun breaking through after a storm, allowing life to resume. Where there is interaction, dialogue flourishes, akin to the sun nurturing seeds in fertile soil. Where dialogue

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Embracing Tranquility: Wisdom in the Face of Life’s Immutable Realities

A wise man finds serenity in accepting what he cannot change. Like a river flowing around immovable rocks, a wise person learns to flow with life’s obstacles, finding tranquility in the path that unfolds naturally. This acceptance transforms him into a calm lake, reflecting the sky above, undisturbed by the storms that rage beyond his

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Life Challenges,

Threads of Significance: The Tapestry of Contribution

In the face of adversity, whether it be a flood or the searing flames of intense heat, the resilience of valuable substances shines through. Nature showcases this phenomenon as certain materials withstand these destructive forces, while others crumble and are naturally sifted out. Human society operates on a similar principle. The journey toward earning respect

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Gifts from the Divine: The True Measure of Success and Failure

Let us approach both triumph and defeat with the understanding that they are gifts from the Divine. Success should make us humble, while failure should demonstrate our courage in maintaining balance. There’s no place for arrogance in victory or complaints in defeat. In this life, winning and losing are tests of character. Neither the loser

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Life Challenges,

Maturity and Reconciliation: Transforming Turmoil into Harmony

When conflict surfaces, the wisest path is reconciliation. This means embracing a spirit of conciliation instead of confrontation. Think of a conciliatory approach as a gentle stream that smooths over rough stones, gradually wearing down their sharp edges. In contrast, a confrontational approach is like a raging river that crashes against the rocks, causing erosion

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Life Challenges

Trusting the Divine Plan: Embracing Uncertainty and Faith

Human beings crave reassurance, always seeking to avoid risks. Yet, it’s essential to realize that the Almighty has not granted us guarantees about the future in this life. Each step we take ultimately relies on our faith in the Almighty. Imagine crafting the most elaborate plan, only to see events unfold in completely unexpected ways.

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God the Almighty

Arrogance and Humility: The Eternal Battle for Justice

Throughout the annals of history, visionaries and reformers have waged an unrelenting war against the scourge of injustice, yet victory has perpetually slipped through their fingers. Their relentless efforts to eradicate injustice have been met with disappointment, as the specter of inequality continues to haunt their dreams, robbing them of the peace they seek in

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From Rivers of Lies to Oceans of Reality

Just as a river flows effortlessly through its course, falsehood flows from the tongues of some people. Like the relentless current of a mighty river, untruths can surge forth without pause, carving canyons of distrust in their wake. Just as the river’s current is relentless, so too is their capacity for deceit, shaping the world

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Harnessing the Fire: Transforming Anger into Inner Peace

Anger is always a response to something; it never emerges without a reason. It typically surfaces when we face unpleasant experiences or provocations from others. By itself, anger isn’t inherently bad, but when directed at others, it becomes problematic because our judgment is then driven by emotion rather than reason. Anger is like a piece

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