I close my eyes,
I visualise,
The Swiss Mountains, so gorgeous!
I close my eyes,
I visualise,
The Niagara Falls, so stupendous!
I close my eyes,
I visualise,
The beautiful waters of Maldives!
I close my eyes,
I visualise,
The aurora of the Arctics!
As I open my eyes
To face the reality,
Things that mesmerised me,
I find them in jeopardy.
Reckless deforestation,
Unending pollution;
Immense destruction
Of a generous benefaction!
We forgot about our stewardship,
Went on living like a king;
Corruption has spread in the land
Because of man’s own hands.
In order to rectify,
There’s a need to modify –
Our living and lifestyles
As per our Deen’s guidelines.
Live simply,
Eat healthy,
Don’t be extravagant
Like shaitan’s brethren.
Even in war,
Don’t let the trees fall;
Plant the seed in hand
Even if the Day of Judgement falls.
Don’t waste water indiscriminately,
Think of others’ rights and duties;
This is what our Deen enjoins,
So that all creatures can rejoice.
Little steps can be impactful,
Individual efforts count;
Others’ taunts shouldn’t undermine us
From carrying on.
So that contently we can open our eyes,
To witness,
An Earth where all creatures rejoice!
Written by: Zubia Nausheen
Edited by: The Editorial Team
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