I thought being human was inbuilt in us and that we would be guided by our instincts or consciences to show decency and empathy to other people and living creatures. Sadly, it seems that very frequently we need lessons in humanity from others. I do believe that acts of kindness and the feeling of togetherness happen in many … Continue reading Lessons in Humanity
Tag: hope
forever’s hope
and they hacked and they killed ... but humanity never died and we searched and we prayed ... but it was ourselves we found
time
years of tears moments of resentment cannot invade a space long disregarded by time... not when you have moved on years of fear moments of despair space within breaks the rhythm but the time flows and it flows to another victim who is ignorant of time's laws precise though subtle conqueress of memories womb of hope … Continue reading time
chosen hopes
though our circumstances are not chosen hopes of altering our destinies lie in elevating ourselves at every juncture of life ~ inspired by Allama Iqbal's Khudi ~
glass hopes
glass hopes to be as strong as iron while iron pines to reflect one's inner beauty though it may one day crack
questionless answers
if you receive questionless answers perhaps a prayer is fulfilled He gives you what you need and not what you ask for
Fade to White
she followed a trail of white rose petals jasmine scented white candles white truffles lay on white pillow cases ... fade to white *** in this year and beyond, may we seek refuge in the strength of white ~ peace
Raag Ashaqi
I have been sitting in at my daughter's harmonium lessons, and though the teacher encouraged me to learn, I found it all too complicated. I have never played a musical instrument. But a few weeks ago, after a deep breathing and meditation session, just suddenly I was determined to give it a go. And I … Continue reading Raag Ashaqi
Reawakening the Lost Humanity
This is a post about humanity. I know with the state of our world today, perhaps you like me are losing hope in us humans. What have we become? Self-centred, beyond reason, greedy and as for empathy....does that mean anything to anyone anymore? Let me take you on a journey to paradise, don't worry you … Continue reading Reawakening the Lost Humanity
Farewell Ramadhan …
When you go within to communicate with your soul And pray, you are rising to meet in the ethers those Who – like you – are praying at that very moment And whom, save in prayer, you would otherwise Never be able to contact or meet. ~ Kabir
SONYA KASSAM 