The month of Muharram is observed with great respect and reverence by all Muslims everywhere in the world. The great sacrifice for Islam by Imam Husain is remembered and we take oath that we will stand against aggression and all those who plan and act against Islam, Muslims and humanity. Great tributes are paid to the martyrs of Karbala and throughout the month we try our best to avoid any situation which would cause suffering to anyone.
But there are some who create problems and do not understand the underlying philosophy of the sacrifice. Or maybe these troublemakers belong to the groups who are launched to create a rift and hatred among Muslims. The turmoils we are going through, the misunderstandings created between us and the way Muslim brotherhood is targeted, needs that all of us should have a vision to understand the past, present and future and devise strategies to overcome crises in a saner and more mature way.
The lesson of Karbala is not only for a few days and a month but it should remain in our hearts all through the year through if we really want to fight the evil designs of the enemy and have true peace of mind and heart.
ANWAR PERVEEN
Islamabad
