The shudder of realization of the only certain aspect of every human, makes us question. Some of us will try to debate the justice behind actions, some of us will question the unseen and seek answers, some of us will just shrug it off and move on. Change remains as the only constant in life, death reigns as the only certainty of life.
We will come back to debate the aftermath of death for a missed one. The stark truth of this aspect as defined in Islam, puts all Halloween and Ramsay-brother blockbusters to shame. It is the culmination of all chances for repentance, forgiveness, debt repayment, love, laughter and joy.
According to Islam - When a person dies, his works end, except for three: ongoing charity, knowledge that is benefited from, and a righteous child who prays for him.
This pertains to the departed. But there should not be a social death for those who lose their loved one. It is the responsibility of the society to look after them. A social visit after the burial, even after the mourning has ended, and even after your understanding that everything is fine, is still what makes and keeps us human. It is this realization of our responsibility that should be pursued, as a matter of respect for the departed soul.
A one-minute mentor thought to have recovered from cancer passed away this morning. Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihi Raajioon.
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My condolences. This is something that you never get used to.. Hope it was painless.
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