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Nazmul Ahsan

Poet & Lawyer
Teaching of Qurbani: A message of self-purification, sacrifice and social harmony
Teaching of Qurbani: A message of self-purification, sacrifice and social harmony

Teaching of Qurbani: A message of self-purification, sacrifice and social harmony

Eid-ul-Azha is among the most significant religious celebrations of the Muslim Ummah. The focal point of this festival is Qurbani, which transcends mere animal slaughter; it serves as a profound symbol of self-sacrifice, self-purification, and reverence for Allah. The essence of Qurbani lies in relinquishing greed, envy, pride, and self-centeredness, thereby awakening human values.

Family or state: Who bears the responsibility for the safety of children?
Family or state: Who bears the responsibility for the safety of children?

Family or state: Who bears the responsibility for the safety of children?

Each day, upon engaging with the media, we are confronted with distressing reports of child abuse, rape, murder, kidnapping, and child labor. Recently, incidents such as the murder of Ramisa, along with a series of child abuse and murder cases across various regions of the country, have profoundly unsettled society once more. Whether at school, at home, or on the streets, it appears that children are not entirely safe in any environment. In this technological era, children encounter numerous risks both in the physical world and online.

Struggle of life in Jyeshtha heat
Struggle of life in Jyeshtha heat

Struggle of life in Jyeshtha heat

In the month of Jyeshtha, nature adopts a severe demeanor. The sun unleashes its fiery rays upon the sky, causing the air to become oppressive and scorching. As Rabindranath Tagore eloquently stated, "Jyeshther khorroddroi Jyeshther oshrushunno rodon"—during this period, nature appears to emit a silent yet fervent heat. Consequently, the phrase "struggle of life in the heat of Jyeshtha" transcends mere seasonal description; it vividly illustrates the daily survival challenges faced by the common populace of Bangladesh.