“The chains that bind us are not made of iron but of fear and indifference.”
These quotes encourage standing up against injustice and embracing courage, even when it is difficult.
- “Silence in the face of oppression is complicity; speak out, for justice awaits those who dare to stand.”
- “A nation rises when its people are no longer content with comfort but with courage to fight for truth.”
- “The chains that bind us are not made of iron but of fear and indifference.”
- “To bow before injustice is to betray your soul; stand firm, for dignity knows no compromise.”
- “It is better to die standing for truth than to live kneeling in silence.”
- “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. Your silence strengthens the oppressor.”
- “Those who remain silent during times of injustice become allies of the tyrant.”
- “Courage is not the absence of fear, but the will to act in spite of it.”
- “Freedom is not granted; it is earned by those brave enough to fight for it.”
- “The real battle is not against oppression, but against the silence that allows it to thrive.”
- “Strength is not in numbers but in the heart of those willing to stand for what is right.”
- “He who kneels for comfort today will fall for tyranny tomorrow.”
- “A soul that refuses to speak against wrong is a soul already enslaved.”
- “The world changes not by the hands of many but by the voices of a few who refuse to be silenced.”
- “Justice demands sacrifice, but it rewards with dignity that no wealth can buy.”
- “One voice raised against oppression is more powerful than a thousand whispers of complacency.”
- “Do not wait for others to lead; sometimes, the path to truth is carved by those who walk alone.”
- “The greatest threat to freedom is the apathy of those who enjoy it.”
- “You can imprison a body, but you cannot silence a soul that speaks for justice.”
- “In the end, we will not remember the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.”
Here’s the translated article in English:
The Honor and Awakening of the Muslim Ummah: A Lesson We Have Forgotten
History bears witness that Muslims are the community that has always raised their voice against oppression and upheld the banner of truth. But where do we stand today? Where has our silence led us? These are questions every Muslim should ask themselves, as oppression is rampant in every corner of the world, and we remain mere spectators.
Today, we reflect on a story that seemingly involves a partridge and a hunter but actually reflects the state of today’s Muslims.
The Story of the Partridge and the Hunter: An Instructive Truth
The hunter captures a partridge from the forest and confines it in his home. He provides the partridge with the best food—cashews, raisins, almonds—and keeps it happy. The partridge gradually becomes accustomed to this new life, forgetting its chains of captivity because it is receiving the finest food and comfort.
When the partridge grows, the hunter takes it to the forest, places it in a cage, and hides. He then calls out to the partridge, “Speak, my child, speak!” Hearing its owner’s voice, the partridge calls out loudly. The other partridges in the forest think that perhaps their companion is in trouble and rush to help. Little do they know that this is a trap laid for them.
One by one, all the partridges get caught in the hunter’s net. The hunter slaughters them in front of the pet partridge, but it does not utter a word. It remains silent because it is receiving its share of food—cashews, raisins, and almonds.
The Current State of Muslims
This story mirrors the condition of today’s Muslims. The enemies of Islam have nurtured individuals among us who let their own brothers fall into the enemies’ traps while remaining silent. These are the people who remain quiet even in the face of the Ummah’s destruction for their own interests.
We see the oppression around us, witness our brothers being slaughtered, yet we are only concerned about our comfort and ease. Our concern for worldly blessings and comfort has made us forget to raise our voices for our religion and our Ummah.
The Need for Honor and Awakening
It is time for us to awaken from this negligence. It is time to shake our conscience and revive our honor. Muslims are suffering oppression in various parts of the world—whether in Palestine, Kashmir, Syria, or Myanmar—and we remain silent spectators.
This is the moment when we should not remain silent like the partridge. If we continue to spend our lives chasing comfort and worldly interests, our fate will be the same as that of the pet partridge. We must stand against the oppressors who are committing atrocities against our brothers, and we must raise our voices.
Standing for Truth
If we remain silent today, our future generations will also suffer the same bondage and humiliation. It is essential that we raise our voices in defense of our religion, our values, and our Ummah. These worldly interests and temporary comforts mean nothing; true success lies in standing for what is right in the path of Allah.
Conclusion
We must break our silence like the pet partridge. We must stand for truth and justice, or we will lose ourselves and our Ummah.
“Silence is a companion to oppression, and standing against oppression is a sign of faith.”
This is the time to awaken our honor and raise our voices against oppression so that we may stand before our Lord with dignity.
This article focuses on the current condition of Muslims, the need to raise our voices against oppression, and the message of honor and awakening.
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