SLEEP: A REMINDER OF DEATH

When man has discovered the greatness of God, his own existence in comparison appears quite insignificant. This feeling makes him a truly modest person. He starts living a God-oriented life. His manner ceases to be aggressive and his voice becomes gentle. Even his gait expresses his modesty. His whole attitude comes to reflect a new seriousness. All this inevitably results in his preferring simplicity in everything: in food, drink and living arrangements. He avoids luxury, pomp and show. His soul finds pleasure and contentment in leading a life of simplicity instead of indulgence. True faith leads man away from artificial things. He becomes more inclined to lead his life according to the laws of nature, where simplicity is the rule. He develops a liking for a simple way of life. This attitude behoves the believer. Naturalness is in accordance with his modesty and humility, which are great virtues in the eyes of God. The daily actions of sleeping and waking which might just appear as two ordinary actions amongst many in our life can actually be the greatest reminders to keep us away from frivolities and be serious about achieving the high goals befitting a human being. o