Renewal Of Sacrifice And Selflessness

Renewal of Sacrifice and Selflessness Prophet Abraham and Prophet Ishmael sacrificed themselves for a better future for humanity by leaving the civilized world and settling in the uninhabited desert. They left the lush and developed land of Iraq and moved to the dry deserts of Arabia. Despite outward differences, this same sacrifice is required from everyone within their own sphere. Everyone has their own “green Iraq.” And each of us must leave our own comfortable “green Iraq” and settle in our own version of the “desert of Arabia.” We should ask ourselves: in today’s world, which part of the story of Prophet Abraham is needed, and what kind of sacrifice is God asking from us? In today’s conditions, whatever sacrifice is required to build a better world— no matter what its outward shape is—in its spirit, it will be the same as the sacrifice of Prophet Abraham. And the person who proves his dedication will earn the same reward that is given to his sacrifice. Now think: in today’s times, what must we do to follow the way of Prophet Abraham? What is the sacrifice required from us today? Prophets Abraham and Ishmael offered a very unique and special kind of sacrifice. It was such a deep and complete sacrifice that no one else in human history has ever repeated it. That’s why it is a standard and outstanding example for all humankind. Similarly, in the future, people must offer sacrifices based on their own situations and abilities. The day of Eid al-Adha teaches everyone this responsibility.