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The
Divine Being, in His absolute wisdom, has caused water to descend from the
heavens for the benefit of humanity. This water serves not only as a source of
drink but also nurtures the growth of trees upon which livestock graze. It
facilitates the cultivation of crops, olives, dates, grapes, and a multitude of
fruits. Indeed, within this intricate process lies undeniable evidence for
those who engage in deep reflection. (An-Nahl 10)
After
rainfall, the sky clears, and the wind sweeps away the clouds, illustrating the
natural alternation of these phenomena. Continuous rainfall would lead to the
deterioration of essential crops, greens, and grains, disrupting transportation
routes and hindering the flow of daily life. Conversely, were rainfall to cease
entirely, stagnation and pollution would set in, deteriorating the quality of
life and increasing the spread of diseases. Water bodies would dry up, grazing
grounds would perish, and the absence of blossoms would prevent bees from
collecting nectar, halting the production of honey, which holds medicinal
properties.
"He
sends down rain from the sky in measured amounts, and He is well-aware of His devotees
and watches over them." (Ar-Rum 48)
The life of
every living being hinges on the wind. Were the wind to cease even for an
instant, it would bring death to all creatures. The significance of water, as
previously discussed, is closely tied to the action of the wind. The heat of
the sun causes water to vaporize and rise with the wind, where it condenses
into clouds. The wind then transports the clouds across the sky, and upon
further condensation, the clouds release rain, nourishing the earth.
Imam
Ghazali remarks:
The eastern
wind propels the clouds upwards, while the northern wind consolidates the
dispersed fragments of clouds. The southern wind facilitates the clouds'
ability to release water, and the western wind brings the clouds to a point
where they release rain, saturating the earth below.
"We
send the winds that carry the clouds, filling them with rain, and then We send
down the rain from the sky, which you drink, and you could not have stored
it." (Al-Waqi'ah 68-69)
The wind's
role extends beyond the nourishment of the earth; it also transports clouds to
various regions, enabling farmers to cultivate their fields. Were there no
wind, the clouds would remain stagnant, and the earth would not benefit from
the rain. Similarly, ships rely on the wind to travel between countries,
bringing resources and goods from one nation to another. In the absence of the
wind, each nation’s resources would only benefit its own population.
Moreover,
the wind contributes to the purification of the environment by dispersing filth
and toxins. It sweeps dust and sand across gardens, providing trees with the
energy and vitality necessary for growth. When the wind blows over the sea, it
carries various substances to the shore, all under the vast wisdom of the
Creator, whose plan sustains the entire cosmos.
Allahu
Akbar!
It is a
matter of profound reflection to consider how each element within creation
contributes to the harmonious functioning of the world, with mankind—the apex
of creation—relying on these natural processes for its very survival.
O human!
Ponder the
myriad ways in which you have failed to show gratitude to Allah, for you have
consistently benefited from His boundless mercy, yet remain unaware of the
intricate design that sustains you.
Tajalliyat-The Divine Manifestation
KHWAJA SHAMS-UD-DEEN AZEEMI
IN THE NAME OF ALLAH, THE MERCIFUL, THE BENEVOLENT
Dedicated to those scientists, who are inching towards the cognizance of the facts, spotlighted by Allah Almighty, in the wake of their intelligent observation for the top vertex of scientific achievement, which is not other than the "Disastrous end of the Universe". And this is probably during 15th century of Lunar calendar.
