The Wisdom of Waiting

The Wisdom of Waiting A person’s study will inevitably lead them to realize that a certain weakness has developed in their opponent and is gradually growing. The person should identify this weakness and fully exploit it, and they will surely succeed in defeating their opponent. In this world, the weak can also be strong, and the strong can also be weak. God has not granted anyone complete weakness or total power. Everyone has the chance to succeed, even in seemingly tough conditions. The key is to use their God-given intellect wisely. THE WISDOM OF WAITING In November 1991, I visited Bombay. During my trip, I met Haji Akbar Khan Sahib, an elderly merchant from Bombay. He had developed a new product and invested a considerable amount of money into it. However, contrary to expectations, the product didn’t succeed in the market. The loss had a serious impact on Haji Sahib. His blood pressure rose, and he started to suffer from diabetes, among other health issues. I visited his house, listened to his troubles, and prayed silently for him. When it was time for me to go, I wrote a sentence on a piece of paper, placed it in an envelope, and gave it to him, telling him, “Open it and read it after I leave.” The message I wrote was: “Instead of placing your issue in the box of sorrow, place it in the box of patience.”