These are my articles written over time. Please feel free to ask questions about any post.
What is the world? It is a realm where the ongoing battle between the call to serve God and the temptation to defy Him unfolds. Imagine the world as a vast battlefield, where each individual grapples daily with the choice between serving God and succumbing to the shadows of temptation. Picture it as a grand […]
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Each person starts life in a state of purity and natural innocence, but as we mature, external influences lead us astray from our inherent essence. This divergence causes our minds and personalities to undergo conditioning or contamination. A conditioned mind, filled with erroneous beliefs and biased viewpoints, obstructs our ability to fully realize our potential.
From Darkness to Light: Rediscovering Our Unpolluted Selves Read More »
Self, Spirituality
Upholding moral standards in routine situations is praiseworthy, yet the true measure of character emerges in how one maintains justice and fairness under challenging or provocative conditions. Speaking justly when it is difficult is not just a matter of following moral codes; it demonstrates deep maturity, wisdom, and self-control. Imagine society as a delicate garden,
Gardening the Soul: Upholding Justice in Challenging Times Read More »
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Positive thinking is not just a theoretical concept; it involves maintaining a positive attitude even in difficult circumstances. Since the world is built on the principles of tests and trials, challenges and problems will persist despite our complaints and grievances. This is part of the Almighty’s plan, and we are meant to face difficulties throughout
Embracing Positivity: Navigating Life’s Trials with a Positive Mindset Read More »
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Human behavior is governed by ethics, but when it comes to truth, ethics must yield to truth. Imagine ethics as a compass guiding a ship through the turbulent seas of human behavior. The compass points towards moral principles, helping the ship navigate storms and avoid hazards. However, when the lighthouse of truth appears on the
From Compass to Lighthouse: The Primacy of Truth in Decision Making Read More »
Self, Truth
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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Once upon a time, in a bustling city nestled between mountains and rivers, there lived a young woman named Sarah. Sarah was a scholar, deeply engrossed in the study of philosophy and religion. Sarah believed in the inherent freedom of the human spirit and the pursuit of knowledge. One sunny afternoon, as Sarah sat in
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In a quaint village nestled among rolling hills, there lived a young dreamer named Ethan. From an early age, Ethan harbored grand desires within him, much like the towering mountains that surrounded his home. These desires whispered to him of adventures yet to be had, of conquests waiting to be achieved. As Ethan grew, so
The Dreamer’s Odyssey: Navigating Desire, Emotion, and Reason Read More »
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Once upon a time, in a lush forest where animals roamed freely, there lived a wise old owl named Ollie. Ollie was revered by all creatures for his sagacity and fairness. One day, as Ollie was perched atop his favorite tree, he noticed a commotion among the animals below. The fox, known for his cunning
Ollie’s Wisdom: A Tale of Integrity in the Forest Read More »
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Imagine our minds as gardens, where our thoughts are seeds. When negative thoughts are planted, they grow into thorny bushes, tangling our emotions in their prickly vines. Anger, hate and jealousy are like weeds, thriving in the fertile soil of unchecked negativity. Instead of merely pruning these overgrown emotions, we must unearth their roots to
Cultivating Emotional Resilience: Gardening the Mind Read More »
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