BLAMING OTHERS
Unacceptable to God
MIKHAIL Kalashnikov, inventor of the well-known firearm AK-47 or Kalashnikov, died on December 23, 2013 at the age of 94 in Udmurtia, Russia. The AK-47 — Avtomat Kalashnikov — is the world’s most popular firearm, favoured by guerrillas, terrorists and insurgents. An estimated 100 million AK-47 guns are spread worldwide. The ruggedness and simplicity of the gun are exemplary: it performs in sandy or wet conditions that jam more sophisticated weapons. The Kalashnikov suitability for jungle and desert conditions has made it ideal for killing from a distance.
There are only two proper options for a person: either he commits no wrongdoing, or when he commits a wrongdoing, he should repent and ask for forgiveness from God.
The AK-47 assault rifle has killed more people than any other firearm.
Even though it has wreaked such terrible havoc, its inventor often said
he felt personally untroubled by his contribution to bloodshed:
“I sleep well. It is the politicians who are to blame for failing to
come to an agreement and resorting to violence.”
(AP, December 23, 2013)
This is a very striking example of what can be called the 'blame others' culture. People constantly blame others even for their own wrongdoings. The other formula is 'blame thyself', but rarely can one find a person who is ready to adhere to this principle. 'Blame thyself' is the most unpopular principle. Even many so-called religious people are not ready to admit their mistakes.
In the Quran, there is a story of Satan. At the time of the creation of Adam, a dialogue happened between God and Satan. During this dialogue, Satan said: “My Lord, since you have misguided me, I shall make the path of error seem alluring to them on the earth and shall mislead them all.” (THE QURAN 15: 39)
God is absolutely right and good, and one of His attributes is Al-Hadi, which means one who guides. Therefore, it is not possible for anyone to blame God. Thus, what Satan said was based on totally false grounds. This Quranic reference tells us that the 'blame others' culture is a Satanic culture. Anyone who follows this culture is a brother of Satan.
One who commits a wrongdoing and then blames others is choosing a path which is not acceptable to God.
The 'blame thyself' culture is the culture of angels, while the 'blame others' culture is the culture of Satan. There are only two proper options for a person: either he commits no wrongdoing, or when he commits a wrongdoing, he should repent and ask for forgiveness from God. But one who commits a wrongdoing and then blames others is choosing a third option, which is not acceptable to God.
slave to your desires
It is a fact that the
human mind is full of desires.
But, at the same time, it is also true that
man's mind has the capacity for logical thought.
When you find that your mind is overwhelmed by desire,
examine that desire in the light of reality.
Assess it in terms of its potential results, and find out
objectively whether it is feasible or not to fulfil it.
Then, after examining it completely,
if you are satisfied that its results will be
beneficial, fulfil your desire.