As social networks and media explode with posts and pictures of Gaza (no pun intended), people are screaming through posts and tweets, pleading with leaders and provoking change. It's amazing to see the world unite behind the plight of the Palestinians. United for Humanity.
This issue is one very close to my heart, although I have not been successful in collecting my feelings into words. Disgust, pain, anguish, heartbreak are a few of many emotions that I am experiencing, yet if I - sitting in my comfortable home, the only worry I have is that of Eid preparations and all the exciting things to make- feel so despondent, I cannot grasp and fathom how my Palestinian brothers and sisters are feeling. How must it feel to have the certainty of death linger on your shoulder at every second of the day. Where losing loved ones has become a norm. I recently lost my grandmother and that shattered my heart, how would I survive if my entire family was wiped out with a single bomb. The courage of these souls who continue to fight back, is simply indescribable.
And as civilians in countries all around the world take a stand, protest and plead with their governments to bring about some change, it fills my heart with an ounce of hope that our humanity has not left us entirely. As a Muslim, I do believe that prayer is the weapon of a believer. It is the only hope in all of this darkness that we have. The Almighty, in His infinite wisdom, knows why and how. And this is not something that we can question. So if you, like me, feel utterly useless and helpless in this ordeal. Humble yourself and ask your Lord to help them. For He is All-Knowing. #PrayForGaza #GazaUnderAttack
P. S. also spare a thought and prayer for all of the oppressed. Millions around the world (not only in Palestine) are not fortunate enough to enjoy the wealth of freedom that we have. May Allah protect them all.
May Peace be with you.
