A Story of A New Comer.
On the day Allah created Adam عليه السلام, it was a test for Iblis (Satan) to determine whether he would obey Allah's command.
The Quranic verse elucidates this occurrence: "And when We said to the angels, 'Prostrate to Adam,' and they prostrated, except for Iblis. He said, 'Should I prostrate to one You created from clay?'" (Quran 17:61)
This verse sheds light on why Iblis refused to prostrate to a being formed from clay, highlighting his disdain and refusal to humble himself before a creation made from earthly materials.
Clay, in essence, is a finely-grained natural substance comprising clay minerals along with traces of quartz (SiO2), metal oxides (Al2O3, MgO, etc.), and organic matter.
"We are created from clay, and it's mentioned that women are created from the rib of man.
Two weeks prior to the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan, I overheard my neighbor shouting at her maid. The way she harshly addressed the maid was distressing. Her loud voice woke me up, and the cruelty in her words resonated clearly through the walls, as she scolded the maid, reminding her that she had come to this country solely for work and that did not grant her the liberty to act as she pleased. The unsettling part was that I was in my own room, yet her words pierced through, revealing the mistreatment.
Upon sharing this with my mother and sister, they mentioned it wasn't the first instance they had heard her yelling at the maid. Despite my inclination to intervene when I heard her scolding and what seemed like physical sounds, I grappled with the question of how I should interfere in a matter I only overheard. What right did I have to insert myself? The immediate response might have been, 'Who are you to meddle?' The way she spoke made her appear villainous. However, while the complete picture remains unknown, it still doesn’t justify mistreating, name-calling, or resorting to any form of physical abuse.
I've observed a recurring pattern of newcomers being humiliated, despite their unfamiliarity with certain cultures. They are often misinterpreted or offended simply because some people feel entitled to make declarations, enforce rules, or boost their self-esteem by asserting their perceived correctness."
I abhor discrimination. I yearn for a place where individuals are simply themselves—where women are women, and men are men—without the demarcation of VIP or VVIP sections. It's disheartening to encounter these senseless signs of privilege in certain places. What distinguishes me from someone with financial means?
Certainly, I understand the necessity for specialized treatment for individuals with special needs. They merit attentive care tailored to their requirements, handled by professionals adept in catering to those needs. However, segregating people into VIP categories merely based on wealth is preposterous and unjustifiable.
It's perplexing how some establishments invest in colossal infrastructures yet disregard the basic needs of their cleaners. These individuals are often provided with cramped, uncomfortable spaces, sometimes even storing their necessities within bathroom premises. What manner of disregard for fellow humans prompts such behavior? Don't they, too, deserve a comfortable space to rest? Shouldn't they have access to areas where they can freely dine, akin to others? If segregation is warranted, equality in treatment should be an inherent principle.
We all share a common origin, crafted from clay, tracing back to the same father, Adam, and the same mother, Eve.
Acknowledging the ancient narrative involving Iblis and his repugnant behavior towards Adam, I ponder whether such actions made him any superior or elevated his status.
In moments of divine interaction, Iblis implored Allah for time:
Are we striving for salvation by perpetuating discriminatory actions? The truth remains: superiority lies not in external factors but solely in one's Taqwa and genuine Faith (Iman).
Inevitably, all of us will return to the earth, to the sands, and to the clay—our final abode, the graveyard, draped in a simple white kafan. In the eyes of the singular Allah, who judges each soul, there exist no VIP sections.
We are only entitled to represent ourselves with good intentions and respectful conduct towards others. No one should be treated poorly or less than they deserve based on their job title or position. This message needs to be reiterated continuously because the principle of Karma doesn't make errors.
Newcomers often arrive from challenging backgrounds, leaving behind their families, children, and everything familiar to start anew in a foreign place. It's crucial that we extend kindness and compassion towards them.
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