If suffering did not exist in the world, how would compassion be expressed, and how would generosity, kindness, and mercy thrive? In a world devoid of challenges and obstacles, where would resilience and perseverance come from? Without uncertainties, where would the growth in faith and patience stem from? And without a diversity of opinions, how […]
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Life Challenges
Political systems cannot be whimsically shaped because building a nation is akin to cultivating a garden. They must naturally evolve within their historical context and be nurtured accordingly, as exemplified by European history. Cultivating a prosperous nation necessitates starting from the grassroots, as taking shortcuts skips vital stages of natural growth and adaptation. Similarly, to
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Nations, Politics
Building a nation resembles tending to a garden. To cultivate a thriving and dynamic nation, it is essential to start by planting seeds. Trying to initiate the process with a fully-grown garden or grafting trees skips the necessary stages of natural growth and adaptation. Similarly, attempting to replicate someone else’s garden without first establishing the
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Nations
Why is peace more powerful than violence? The reason lies in the fundamental objectives of each approach. Those who choose violence aim solely to inflict loss upon their rivals, whereas those who embrace peace focus on strengthening themselves. Violence is inherently negative, while peace is inherently positive. It’s a fundamental truth that causing harm to
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Peace
The core purpose behind establishing a government within any state is to maintain law and order, safeguarding the lives, wealth, dignity, and protecting the identities of its citizens, including their ethnic, religious, and language identities. This fundamental objective underpins the very existence of a government. Through paying taxes, participating in elections, and acknowledging the authority
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Human Nature
Political authority is not a mere privilege but a solemn responsibility, a test ordained by the Almighty. Just as worldly possessions are subject to Divine scrutiny, so too is political power, ensuring fairness and justice. Leaders ought to perceive themselves as stewards of the Almighty, dedicated to serving rather than dictating to their people. Their
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Politics
Living in society is akin to sailing on a vast ocean rather than being marooned on a solitary island. Just as a sailor must navigate the currents and winds, we must navigate the complexities of social interaction. Like a ship surrounded by other vessels, we find ourselves among family, community, and nation, and beyond to
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Life
The notion that violence leads to justice is a fallacy that cannot justify the destructive cycle of bloodshed and chaos. When individuals are questioned about their involvement in violent cultures, they often cite a quest for justice as their rationale. However, this justification crumbles when confronted with the harsh truth that resorting to violence embodies
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Justice
Politics, at its core, embodies humility, akin to a delicate tapestry where threads of truth and falsehood weave together to form the fabric of society. Claiming absolute correctness or shunning opposing perspectives is akin to pulling at these threads, unraveling the intricate unity within communities. Instead, politics thrives on the diversity of individuals, leaders, and
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Politics
When provoked, it’s as if a primal drum beats within us, stirring our ancient instincts and drowning out the gentle guidance of our moral compass with the clamor of reactive impulses. This interference acts like a shadow, obscuring the light of our natural inclinations and paving the way for uncivilized behavior to emerge from the
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Self