A List of Hope

 

Forever one has tried to be positive in this life. Even in the   worst of times. That is a trait which beats next to the heart   and keeps it ticking. Recently, after a couple of these 'knife  in the guts type' world wide events, I was going to write a  list of despair. Fortunately, reflection made me change it into a list of prayers. 

So I pray fervently, with a sincere heart, without any prejudice and with belief in Allah.

• I pray that all wars go away and killing fields disappear. 
• I pray that the rich become softer and less concerned about themselves.
• That the poor become more hopeful and happier.
• Perhaps corporates, superstar actors, singers, sportsmen, high flying executives be less greedy and more human.  
• That journalists and judges are good, honest people.  
• That wealth is distributed more evenly; the rich give more.  
• That humans waste less and not cut trees.  
• I pray that humans do not starve, go unclothed or have no roof. 
• That children have a chance to play and the old a chance to rest. 
• That education is for all.
• That everyone finds a passion and stays engaged in life. 
• That religions find their space and Allah guides all. 
• That armies disarm and spies go home to their families.
• I pray there are no refugees and humans welcome all. That home is everywhere. 
• That discrimination on language, colour or creed does not happen.
• That leaders are servants and not rulers.
• Once everyone gets their due,  justice is not needed.
• That everyone loves and finds their love.
• That the softer subjects prevail and arts and spirituality abound everywhere.
• That humans guard their tongue and hurt others less.
• That people will be healthy,  live long and be happy.
• That people will acquire wisdom and big hearts. 

  

I pray for the above and much more. Just a small list of wants. Now who is to say, Allah (swt) might accept all this in his absolute wisdom, knowledge and power. Ameen.