To become an engineer is easy. To become a rocket scientist is easy. But to become a human being is difficult.
Man made an effort on sand and skyscrapers came into existence. He made an effort on steel and airplanes came into existence. Man made an effort on science and technology reached the moon, alas man has forgotten himself. Everything around man has progressed, while man himself has retrogressed.
All the drops of water together make an ocean. Likewise, each thread joined together makes a garment. Every brick contributes to make a building. In the same way every individual is a building block that makes the world. Yes! Every individual has a rippling effect on the world at large. Thus let us all strive to become human beings and allow the world to become a better place.
It is only the beautiful teachings of Islam that nurture true human beings. All is asked of us is to hold onto the commands of Allah Ta’ala and the way of life of Nabi sallallahu ‘alaihi wasallam.