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In a distant land where civilizations rose and fell with the shifting sands of time, there was an ancient city called Lumara. This city stood at the crossroads of many kingdoms, a place where cultures converged, ideas blossomed, and where the people spoke often of the Prophets who had once walked the earth. The Lumarans believed that at various moments in history, God had sent prophets and messengers to guide humanity. Each one came in an era of unique challenges with teachings, laws, and wisdom—known as holy books in their tongue—that reflected the needs of the people in their respective eras.
One day, in the heart of Lumara, an enigmatic figure named Seraph arrived, carrying a message for the city’s council of leaders. The council was responsible for crafting laws that governed not only Lumara but influenced neighboring nations as well. Seraph had traveled from a distant land, witnessing firsthand how societies were stagnating, caught in webs of outdated laws and rigid traditions. With a voice that resonated like a clear bell, Seraph addressed the council.
“God sent prophets to different times and places,” Seraph began, “and with them, He brought new laws to meet the needs of their people. Yet, while the core principles of faith—belief in the God Almighty, in the prophets, the angels, next life,
and the Day of Reckoning—remain eternal, the laws must evolve with the circumstances. The expression of morality in society is like a flowing river; it must adapt to the landscape as it moves forward.”
The council members listened attentively as Seraph continued, “There are universal values that endure. Justice. Excellence in action. The rights of kinship and human bonds. And from the other side, there are things we must always resist—vulgarity, oppression, and the violation of life, property, and honor. These values are timeless, as they form the very foundation of humanity’s moral compass. Yet, beyond these, laws must change.”
One of the elders, a wise but rigid man named Raith, raised his hand. “But why must the laws of Moses and Muhammad differ, if they came from the same source? Should not one set of laws be sufficient for all time?”
Seraph smiled softly. “Ah, but life is ever-changing, Elder Raith. When Moses walked the earth, his people faced one set of circumstances, and the laws reflected that. By the time Muhammad arrived, civilization had transformed—society’s challenges were different, and so the laws needed to evolve accordingly. The essence of morality remained, but the application of it—the legal frameworks—shifted.”
The council murmured among themselves, for Lumara was facing challenges that their ancient laws could no longer address. The city was growing, expanding beyond its borders, and with it came new problems—trade with distant lands, disputes over resources, the blending of cultures. The laws of the past, though once fitting, now felt like chains that bound them.
Seraph’s eyes gleamed with urgency. “Just as God adjusted the laws for different times, so too must you, as leaders, enact changes that reflect the needs of your people. You cannot let the laws of yesterday shackle the progress of tomorrow. The civilizations you govern are not the same as they were centuries ago. Look around—your world is evolving, and the laws must evolve with it.”
Elder Raith pondered deeply before speaking again. “But how do we know when a law has outlived its purpose?”
Seraph gestured toward the bustling streets visible from the council chamber. “You listen to the people. You observe the world. Laws are not carved in stone; they are living entities, intertwined with the fabric of society. If a law causes harm, and if it no longer serves the needs of the people, it must be amended or replaced. Your duty is not just to preserve tradition but to ensure that justice, excellence in action, and the rights of kin remain intact in the changing world. This is why modern councils, like yours, exist—to continue this sacred process of legislation and reform.”
The council sat in silence, digesting Seraph’s words. It was not just about changing laws for the sake of change, but about recognizing when civilization itself had shifted, demanding new frameworks to uphold timeless values. The leaders realized they had been clinging to laws that, while once necessary, no longer served the vibrant and evolving society that Lumara had become.
With a final bow, Seraph concluded, “Remember, it is not about whether a law is right or wrong, but whether it remains relevant to the world in which you live. As your civilization grows, so too must your laws. If you do not adapt, you risk falling into stagnation. But if you remain vigilant, ready to amend, to modify, and to innovate, your people will flourish.”
Inspired, the council began its work, drafting new legislation that reflected the current needs of the city, always mindful of the eternal moral principles that formed their foundation. And so, Lumara continued to thrive, its laws fluid and responsive to the changing tides of civilization.
Over time, neighboring cities and nations followed Lumara’s lead, sparking a wave of change that transformed international laws to reflect humanity’s evolving values. Together, they drafted a new charter to uphold human dignity, guarantee fair treatment for all nations, and establish strict consequences for attempts to disrupt global peace. The old self-defense law was abolished, replaced by a commitment to resolving disputes through shared principles of justice and mutual understanding. The charter strengthened mechanisms for collective security, set new criteria for addressing diverse threats—including non-traditional forms such as cyber warfare, economic blockades, and sanctions—defined clearer standards for what qualifies as a legitimate imminent threat, and established legally sound options for defense and humanitarian interventions. Acts of aggression were made unequivocally illegal, affirming a new era of peace and cooperation.
And so, a new era began—one where international laws stood as the world’s stronghold against the chaos of unchecked power and unresolved conflict. By acknowledging that laws must adapt to civilization’s changing needs, the nations found a path to unity in diversity. The charter they created became a beacon of hope, reminding all that while differences would always exist, they need not be the cause of destruction. Instead, through strong and fair laws, they could guide humanity towards a shared future of peace and prosperity.
The message was clear: to keep pace with the world, the laws governing it must be as adaptable as the people they serve.