Introducing Islam a Simple Introduction to Islam
The Universal Way
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THE UNIVERSAL WAY
The whole universe has submitted to God.
Everything proceeds on the path that God has laid
down for it. Trees stand high, but they cast their
shadows on the ground in humility. Winds blow,
but they do not clash with anybody. The sun
radiates light on all alike; it does not discriminate
between the weak and the mighty. Rain falls from
the sky, benefiting all whom it reaches; it is not
prejudiced against anyone. Birds and ants are busy
in their search for their food, but they do not steal
one another’s share.
This is the path ordained by God for the universe,
and this is the way that man should live also. God’s
beloved servants are humble like the shadow of a
tree. They pass one another by like gentle puffs of
wind. They are kind and well-meaning to one and
all alike in the manner of the rain. They nourish
others like river-water. They shed light on all like the
sun. They are always careful not to trouble anyone.
Such pure souls will dwell in heaven. The people of
heaven will live with one another like flowers in a
