The ever increasing oil price is potentially the biggest factor for a reigning government to collapse. This prediction is solely based upon people's response from many places around this globe, particularly from 3rd world countries such as
We live in capitalist world. Every property is owned either individuals or corporations. The economy is largely decided by market forces namely demand and supply. Demand and supply are two words representing only one entity. They must co-exist without a doubt otherwise there is no such thing as 'market'. As far as oil is concerned, many factors have led its price to soar. Firstly the increase of world demand particular from developing nations such as
The price is inevitably going to increase. That is the fact. The trend of course in economics term is going to stop when it reaches equilibrium. In other words supply = demand. When? Only god knows. Many countries have badly affected including our beloved
The government has no absolute control of economy because part of it is controlled by private sectors . We never had been an empire like British who obtained the wealth from its colonies. We improvised what was left. Thanks for nothing to Brits. I would say we progress through well structured debt. That is good practice of economy as if you are taking loan to do a business and payback with the yields. We never had enough cash. We paid the purchase of Su-30 MkM by partly using palm oils. Not cool eh?. That is the fact. Developments do not portray the cash that government has but to show good practice of economy.To portray good cashflow in the economy. Though all is not perfect but at least we never went down beyond repair. Therefore, what do you expect when 1/3 of GNP is used to subsidize the oil. Emphatically, it is very burdening for some people. I still think there are better options to tackle the oil price hike. Peace demonstration is fine with me but how far you could go with it. Yes it is noble to fight for the people but how it can be so noble when it is all political motivated. Not quite my friend.
We walk with crutches is quite the same meaning with we live with subsidy. Yes it is the responsibility of a government to pacify its people. But the disadvantage is that it creates a comfort zone. People tend to be dependent and blaming others for their shortcomings. Face the fact that sooner or later price of everything will go up. Rather than find ways bashing others for no good reasons lets find ways how to survive in looming global recession and inflation. If we are independent financially, i do not think it bothers us much who is in control of the government. Stop moaning and let us be prepared for unpredictable local and global economy. Besides let us be clear about the purpose of living as well. It seems to me we concern much on the financial loss and gain but very little attention on how much knowledge can we obtain in our life. It is good to know and it feels good to be knowledgeable. Accusations, allegations and rumours are at their best now. Knowledge is power enough to parry negative inputs and to sieve unwanted elements. Seek knowledge. Educate ourselves.
Jabir Ibn ‘Abd Allah narrated, the Messenger of Allah (SAAW) said:
“People are of different substances, the best of them in the Jahiliyah (A
state of ignorance), are the best in Islam, if they gain ‘ilm (knowledge).”
(Ahmad Ibn Hanbal)
Don't Quit
When things go wrong as they sometimes will;
When the road you're trudging seems all uphill;
When the funds are low, and the debts are high;
And you want to smile, but you have to sigh;
When care is pressing you down a bit
Rest if you must, but don't you quit.
Success is failure turned inside out;
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt;
And you can never tell how close you are;
It may be near when it seems afar.
So, stick to the fight when you're hardest hit -
It's when things go wrong that you mustn't quit.
I think i need to post something on this blog.I have been preoccupied with many things lately so this post is just an effort to keep this blog going.
Reminiscing can be soothing sometimes.Looking back in time when the good and the bad were just part of life. An assurance to yourself that current problems are not as bad as the past and happiness is even greater than ever.So for the start, i would like to share a few pics from a trip to Stockholm in 2005.
I really cannot remember the exact date of the trip but I do remember the year. It was in 2006 right after my summer exam. This trip was organised by budak
"The only conqueror is God" Muslim nowadays has become one entity to be reckoned with. But the attention and concern is all not in goodwill but brimming with fear and hatred. The incidents for the past 10 years and so have created new political terrains in many countries particularly in those significantly affected countries like the USA, UK and Spain. The sentiments of anti-Islam are so conspicuous yet sometimes they exist in subtle way for us to grasp. On the other side of the world, the Muslims are calling for unity to fight evils (understandably the USA and allies). The message of hatred is prevalent in the religion overwhelming the message of peace, prosperity and unity. The religion is itself has become the platform for inciting hatred and even advocating inconceivable deeds so long it is in the name of GOD.
As a Muslim myself, I think we have gone downhill since the collapse of the last Islamic Empire in Spain. It is all down to our mistake not being able to learn from the past of how Islam had spread all over the world and how it had failed to sustain. I believe that our intention is not collective as the past which set us in different league from them. The spread of Islam is first and foremost to spread peace and to guide people to the right path. However, the amount time spent for akhirat(hereafter) rewards did not hinder them to reach the peak of civilization. The invention of many things would lead us to think that there would be no renaissance in Europe if it was not for Muslim empire in Spain. The chemistry, astronomy, mathematic, physics, architectures and many more prospered and cherished in their time. Many intellectuals like Ibnu Rushd(Aveross), Al-Biruni, Al-Battani(Albatenius), Al-khwarizmi, Jabir Ibnu Hayyan (Geber) were born and became the pioneer in their fields. Do we still not see how this religion can inspire human beings to achieve victory in the world and hereafter? I think, many of us would see this but unable to put this into practice. All we see is the jihad without knowing the essence of it.
The misconception of Jihad is inundating in the Muslim world. The first thing that would strike us probably is that jihad is to pick up our weapon and fight the tyranny and evilness. This notion then leads us to unnecessary hatred and blind judgement to other people. The spirit of Jihad is undeniable the source of strength when the Muslims can be brought together to work for common goals. Though I can explain what actually jihad is but I stand corrected for maybe I am deviating a bit from the general consensus of many of us. The jihad itself is derived from Arabic meaning “struggle” and “strive”. The call for jihad is heard almost in every Muslim walk of life since the birth of the religion. Unfortunately, it is used to justify the killing of innocent people. The event such as New York 9/11, London 7/7 and Madrid bombing would not help us in the slightest to regain our strength and reputation. Yes, it is true that our brothers and sisters have been oppressed in many regions but aggression is not the main answer to all these tests from God. Islam forbids any aggression let alone killing a helpless innocent people.
"Fight in the way of God against those who fight against you, but begin not hostilities. Lo! God loves not aggressors." (2:190).
This verse is the proof that aggression is never inculcated in this religion and even at war, Muslims soldiers has to follow strict codes and ethics.
The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) said: "Do not kill women or children or non-combatants and do not kill old people or religious people (referring to people in any religion). Do not cut down fruit-bearing trees and do not poison the wells of your enemies."
This is enough for us to believe this religion is always searching for peacefulness all along. However, the damages had been done and it is our turn to win the confidence of the people towards Islam. This could be done by doing ‘jihad’. One of my religious teacher said everything is jihad as long as you are doing it for the sake of the religion. That is the JIHAD we are looking for and should be held high in our life. The jihad to improve our standard of living, to gain higher education, to improve our economy and to find cure for diseases are the ‘struggle’ that we can do for the sake of the religion. It may sound worldly to some but ultimately the Muslims would prosper and become advance in many aspects be it military or even farming. This is the idealism that we should ‘strive’ for rather than getting carried away emotionally. Let us be calm and let the Quran and Hadith be our guidance. Sometimes, it is hard for us to bear the negative portrayal of the Muslims in media but patient is the key to become a true Muslim. I may not at all a pious person but I love this religion as I always have the feeling that I am going to be safe in this world and hereafter with this peaceful religion.
I do not need to go far from my country to show the effect of disunity among Muslims. The existence of political parties disbanded the Muslims into a few different groups. Then slandering is thriving in the community. Even at times people cannot congregate to pray for having different views. Some may dub themselves as last line of defence of Islam but who they are defending against ironically are the Muslims as well. Amid confusion to find the righteous, I do respect for those who are sincere in their struggle to put Islam above anything else. However, the ‘struggle’ will not succeed if we still view the religion in a small picture. Indeed the religion is syumul or complete that covers all aspects of life. If we regard this in our endeavour maybe another rise of Islam is no more a dream.
In short, this piece of writing reflects my view on jihad and its misconception. It is my intention to remind myself about the importance of unity and patient in our life. We have to work hard because this beautiful religion is always misunderstood. This reminded me of a lecture that I did not attend, Islam: The Misunderstood Religion.
Jihad = struggle = strive
