يَا أَيَّتُهَا النَّفْسُ الْمُطْمَئِنَّةُ ارْجِعِي إِلَىٰ رَبِّكِ رَاضِيَةً مَرْضِيَّةً فَادْخُلِي فِي عِبَادِي Yaa ayyatuhaan-nafsul-mutma'innah Irji'ii ilaa rabbiki raadiyatam mardiyyah Fadkhuli fii 'ibaadii Wadkhuli jannatii O tranquil soul! Return to your Lord, well-pleased and pleasing (to Him)
Lesson
The Little Garden of Gaza
In the heart of Gaza, amidst the challenges and hardships, lived a young boy named Sami. At ten years old, Sami had witnessed more than most children his age. Despite the difficulties surrounding him, he possessed a resilient spirit and a heart full of hope.
Packet of Seeds
One day, while playing near the remnants of a building, Sami stumbled upon a small packet of seeds. The label was faded, but he could make out the word "flowers." An idea sparked in his mind—to create a garden, a place of beauty amidst the rubble.
Sami Sowed the seeds
With determination, Sami cleared a patch of land beside his home. The soil was tough, much like the circumstances he faced daily, but he refused to give up. He borrowed a simple shovel from a neighbor and began to till the earth, his hands blistering but his spirit unwavering.
Caring
Days turned into weeks as Sami nurtured the soil, planting the seeds with care. Water was scarce, but he saved a portion of his daily allowance to buy water from a nearby vendor. His friends watched curiously, some teasing him, others admiring his dedication.
"Why do you work so hard for a few flowers?" one friend asked.
Sami smiled and replied, "Because even in the hardest times, we all need something beautiful to look forward to."
Joy and Hope
The garden became a sanctuary for the community. Children played, elders sat and shared stories, and families found a momentary escape from their worries. Sami's simple act of planting flowers brought joy and hope to many.
Moral of the Story
Sami's story teaches us that satisfaction doesn't come from grand achievements but from the simple acts of kindness and hope we cultivate, even when circumstances are tough. By finding contentment in small endeavors, we can create ripples of positivity that touch the lives of many.
