Adorning the night sky, Enticing the young lover, Arousing the spirit of inquiry in philosophers and thinkers, Glittering like there's no tomorrow, Stars have apparently existed forever and will exist forever. They are symbols of permanence to us, humans. The same stars that once enticed Aryabhata, allure young astronomers today. Such is our conviction about … Continue reading A note on impermanence.
Eid – A day of hope!
Even as the world descends into chaos with every passing day, Even as mindless violence tears apart people after people in an endless vicious cycle, Even as thousands risk their lives fleeing from oppression, Even as millions yearn to return to their homeland every day, Do not despair! Do not despair lest you lose hope! … Continue reading Eid – A day of hope!
Ramadan – A blessing
A month of self-restraint, A month of self-reflection, A month for purification of the soul, A month for contemplation on the purpose of one's existence, A month that left a legacy, A month that marked the beginning of a light that enables the heart to see, A month to ponder on the glorious word of … Continue reading Ramadan – A blessing
Love: How big is your cup?
Our hearts inherently yearn for love. We seek to be loved, to be able to shower love and to experience the joy of being in love. Every soul seeks it. It is God's design that we are incomplete without it. Claims are abound that true love can only be found by seeking it in the … Continue reading Love: How big is your cup?
Hello World!
"Hello World!". Yes, that's the traditional first program to be written while learning any computer language, but I didn't mean that. What did I really mean? Get through to the end of this post and your curiosity shall be rewarded. More than a year has passed since I decided to write. Having never really completed any post I started, … Continue reading Hello World!