Kindle A Light In The Stygian Darkness

By Sumit Paul, New Age Islam 2 December 2024 "The truth is that Bihari Mallicks are the purest Sayyids on the face of the earth." By Aryan blood . 22/11/2024 01:55:34 Without being judgmental, let me say that this disturbing attitude of sectarian supremacy is something that has been squarely condemned by all the sensible writers and commentators on this site, viz, Mr Arshad Alam, Professor Adis Duderija, Mr Ghulam Ghaus Siddiqi, Dr Ghulam Mohiyuddin, to name but a few. We must go beyond the flawed perceptions of religio-sectarian supremacy, ethnic superiority and the so-called racial purity. The objective of human existence is not to prove and assert the greatness of one's country, class, caste, creed, complexion, contours, culture, civilization, continent or credentials, but to kindle a light in the Stygian darkness that has engulfed and enveloped mankind. Carl Gusatv Jung said, "As far as we can discern, the sole purpose of human existence is to kindle a light in the darkness of mere being." This quote speaks to the power of illumination in the lives of humans. It emphasizes the idea that the purpose of life is to bring light and joy into the darkness of mere existence. This encourages us to seek out ways to light up the lives of those around us, to bring love and hope into even the bleakest of situations. It suggests that our ultimate goal should be to bring understanding and peace to the world in our time here on earth. This quote encourages us to be beacons of light in our communities, to use our time and energy to bring brightness and joy to the lives of others. Nation, religion, my prophet, this sect, that sect, your god, my god are all mere ideologies and silly attachments of devolved humans. These are all addictions, albeit of different types. Remember, every form of addiction is bad, no matter whether the narcotic is alcohol or morphine or idealism. Addiction, in any form, is detrimental to an individual. No matter what the person is addicted to - alcohol, morphine, idealism, or anything else - the outcome will have negative consequences for their well-being. Addiction can cause physical and psychological health problems, impair judgement, and lead to harmful behaviours. It can keep a person from achieving their goals and make it difficult for them to function in their day-to-day life. Therefore, it is important to recognize the signs of addiction and seek help when necessary. Facing addiction can be difficult but it is necessary in order to live a life free from its grasp. All those individuals who have delusions regarding the superiority of their faiths, books and tenets are deluded and addicted. They must try to disabuse themselves of these ideological ills. Meerut-born irrepressible Pakistani feminist late Fahmida Riaz wrote to General Zia-ul-Haq, quoting this couplet, "Jis Mazhab Aur Firqe Pe Itna Itra Rahe Ho/ Tum Ne Khud Ne Chune Nahin, Tum Pe Laade Gaye Hain" (The religion and sect you're so passionate about / You didn't choose, but were thrust upon you). It's worthwhile to mention that the Sunni Zia was a hubristic Muslim who was sickly fanatic about Islam. Every Muslim, nay every individual, must mull over this couplet, though Fahmida herself didn't write it. Be a human. All other things are peripheral and insignificant. ---- A regular columnist for New Age Islam, Sumit Paul is a researcher in comparative religions, with special reference to Islam. He has contributed articles to the world's premier publications in several languages including Persian. URL: https://www.newageislam.com/spiritual-meditations/kindle-light-stygian-darkness/d/133892 New Age Islam, Islam Online, Islamic Website, African Muslim News, Arab World News, South Asia News, Indian Muslim News, World Muslim News, Women in Islam, Islamic Feminism, Arab Women, Women In Arab, Islamophobia in America, Muslim Women in West, Islam Women and Feminism