The Forty Rules of Love.

1. **How we see God** is a direct reflection of how we see ourselves. If God brings to mind mostly fear and blame, it means there is mostly fear and blame within us.
2. **The path to the Truth** is a labor of the heart, not of the head. Make your heart your primary guide, not your mind. Meet, challenge, and ultimately prevail over your nafs (ego) with your heart.
3. **You can study God** through everything and everyone in the universe because God is not confined in a mosque, synagogue, or church. But if you are still in need of knowing where exactly His abode is, there is only one place to look for Him: in the heart of a true lover.
4. **Intellect and love** are made of different materials. Intellect ties people in knots and risks nothing, but love dissolves all tangles and risks everything.
5. **Most of the problems** of the world stem from linguistic mistakes and simple misunderstandings. Don’t ever take words at face value. When you step into the zone of love, language as we know it becomes obsolete. That which cannot be put into words can only be grasped through silence.
6. **Loneliness and solitude** are two different things. When you are lonely, it is easy to delude yourself into believing that you are on the right path. Solitude is better for us, as it means being alone without feeling lonely.
7. **Whatever happens in your life, no matter how troubling things might seem, do not enter the neighborhood of despair.** Even when all doors remain closed, God will open up a new path only for you. Be thankful!
8. **Patience does not mean to passively endure.** It means to look at the end of a process. What does patience mean? It means to look at the thorn and see the rose, to look at the night and see the dawn. Impatience means to be shortsighted as to not be able to see the outcome.
9. **East, west, south, or north** makes little difference. No matter what your destination, just be sure to make every journey a journey within. If you travel within, you’ll travel the whole wide world and beyond.
10. **The midwife knows** that when there is no pain, the way for the baby cannot be opened, and the mother cannot give birth. Similarly, for a new Self to be born, hardship is necessary. Just as clay needs to go through intense heat to become strong, Love can only be perfected in pain.
11. **The quest for love** changes user. There is no seeker among those who search for love who has not matured on the way.
12. **There are more false guides** and teachers in this world than stars in the visible universe. Beware of impostors. And know that it is only real guidance that can lead you to the Love that you seek.
13. **Not all suffering** is harmful. There are some that cleanse us and purify us, and there are some that drag us down and lead us into more darkness.
14. **It is easy to love** a perfect God, unblemished and immaculate that He is. What is far more difficult is to love fellow human beings with all their imperfections and defects.
15. **The true lover is** the one who can thrill you by kissing your forehead or smiling into your eyes or just staring into space.
16. **Try not to resist the changes** which come your way. Instead, let life live through you. And do not worry that your life is turning upside down. How do you know that the side you are used to is better than the one to come?
17. **Love is a travel.** All travelers whether they want or not are changed. No one can travel into Love and remain the same.
18. **If you want to change the way others treat you**, you should first change the way you treat yourself. Unless you learn to love yourself, fully and sincerely, there is no way you can be loved.
19. **Real filth is the one inside.** The rest simply washes off.
20. **The whole universe is contained within a single human being – you.** Everything that you see around, including the things you might not be fond of and even the people you despise or abhor, is present within you in varying degrees. Therefore, do not look for Sheitan (Satan) outside yourself either. The devil is not an extraordinary force that attacks from outside. It is an ordinary voice within.
21. **The world is like a snowy mountain** that echoes your voice. Whatever you speak, good or evil, will somehow come back to you. Therefore, if there is someone who harbors ill thoughts about you, saying similarly bad things about him will only make matters worse. You will be locked in a vicious circle of malevolent energy. Instead, for forty days and nights, say and think nice things about that person. Everything will be different at the end of the forty days.
22. **The past is an interpretation.** The future is an illusion. The world does not move through time as if it were a straight line, proceeding from the past to the future. Instead, time moves through and within us, in endless spirals. Eternity does not mean infinite time but simply timelessness. If you want to experience eternal illumination, put the past and the future out of your mind and remain within the present moment.
23. **Fate does not mean** that your life has been strictly predetermined. Therefore, to leave everything to fate and not actively contribute to the music of the universe is a sign of sheer ignorance.
24. **Never forget that God is a meticulous clockmaker.** So precise is His order that everything on earth happens in its own time. Neither a minute late nor a minute early. And everything is created with a divine wisdom. We are all just like clocks, including our main springs. Therefore, be patient about your perplexities and wait for the unraveling of the mysteries of your life.
25. **As long as we keep getting lost in our own desires,** fears, and worries, we will not be able to find the real self. Therefore, surrender to the flow of the rivers of life without any reservations.
26. **The past is a distant shore, and the future is an imaginary horizon.** Only the present is real. Therefore, take heed to your present thoughts and actions, for they will become your destiny.
27. **Suffering is not a punishment; it is a gift.** Within suffering is hidden mercy and blessings.
28. **Be grateful to those who have hurt or wronged you**, for they have helped you learn about patience and compassion.
29. **What is true of the individual will be tomorrow true of the whole nation.** If falsehood brings calamity to one person, it will be a greater evil for an entire people.
30. **If you want to change the world**, you should first change yourself. Change and transformation start within, not outside.
31. **Peace is not the absence of conflict but the presence of creative alternatives for responding to conflict** — alternatives to passive or aggressive responses, alternatives to violence.
32. **The purpose of the existence of every person is to realize God within oneself.** It is the knowledge of this that brings enlightenment and peace to the soul.
33. **Love is the water of life.** And a lover is a soul of fire! The universe turns differently when fire loves water.
34. **When you love someone, there is no way you can distance yourself from the pain of the other.** When someone suffers, you too feel the pain. And if you can stay unaffected by the pain, that is not love.
35. **The ultimate aim of life is to find the divine truth that lies within.** No matter what happens in life, you need to always seek the higher self within you.
36. **All religious practices are meant to be only a means to an end.** They are merely our human ways of making the divine reality visible to our finite minds. However, it is not the outward appearance of religious practices that is important, but their inward essence.
37. **Once you embark on the path of truth,** be prepared for both hardships and joy. They will be your inseparable companions.
38. **You will learn to live through both sorrow and joy, like an empty bell which makes a sound only when it is hit.** The more you are pained, the more the instrument of your soul will be refined and the better you will be able to express yourself.
39. **The true essence of love lies beyond words and expressions.** The more you try to express it, the more it will elude you. Words can only be symbols for the inexpressible truth.
40. **When you come face-to-face with the real essence of love, you will no longer be searching for it.** For the search will become unnecessary, and you will be immersed in the divine truth of love.

These rules emphasize the themes of love, spirituality, and the inner journey, aligning with the teachings of Sufism and the spiritual bond between Rumi and Shams of Tabriz.

For Our Small Piece of Meat, We Slaughter the Whole Cow

There is a common proverb in Pakistan which says, “For our small piece of meat, we slaughter the whole cow.” Though it sounds humorous, it carries a very serious lesson about human behavior. It describes the tendency of people to destroy something very large, valuable, or important just to satisfy a small, short-term desire.

In simple words, the proverb means that we often sacrifice something big for something very small. Instead of thinking about the long-term benefit, we run after short-term gain. This attitude shows shortsightedness, selfishness, and sometimes even foolishness.

We can find many examples of this in daily life. A student may cheat in an exam to get a few extra marks but, in the process, he destroys his character and learning. An employee might steal a little money from the office and lose his job and respect forever. Politicians may make selfish deals that benefit them in the moment but harm the whole country in the long run. Even ordinary people sometimes waste resources; for example, running a whole generator just to charge a mobile phone. In all these cases, a small benefit is gained, but the larger treasure is lost.

This proverb also reflects a cultural challenge in our society. Many people think only about “today” and not about “tomorrow.” They look for shortcuts and instant rewards instead of planning with patience and vision. This is why many projects, institutions, and even relationships suffer.

The lesson of this proverb is simple but powerful: we must learn to value the bigger picture. We should not destroy the cow just to get one piece of meat. Instead, we should think wisely, preserve our resources, and focus on the long-term. A cow can provide milk for years; if we kill it for one meal, we lose all the future blessings.

In conclusion, the proverb is a warning against greed, impatience, and short-term thinking. If individuals and nations want to grow, they must rise above the habit of trading the greater good for minor gains. True wisdom is to protect the cow, not to sacrifice it for a single bite.

Police ka hay farz, Madad aap ki !

Impatience is built in our system, I hope that we can work on making each other more acceptable and respectful of each other !

Love is the answer not hate !

Please treat your police men with respect, kindness and I request police to do the same worh the citizens !

#shamstabrizi #patience #perspective #time #shortsighted #full #inspiration #motivate #biggerpicture #impatience

Dear Alyan,

Watching you grow over the last 3+ years has been one of the beautiful joys of my life.

I still remember the shy young boy who was scared to talk to people, slowly transforming into a confident young man who can now confidently ask for gifts and share his opinions with the world.

I have seen your journey through the good moments and the difficult ones too — the impatience, the arguments with friends and colleagues, the emotions and struggles that come with becoming a teenager. But that is part of growing up. Every strong person goes through this phase while discovering who they are.

What makes me proud is not that you are perfect.
What makes me proud is that you are growing.

You are growing in confidence.
You are growing in courage.
You are growing in communication.
And most importantly, you are growing with AI, internet, and knowledge as your companions in this new world.

From Rehan School Korangi Campus to my AI Lab School, I have seen you become part of a completely new generation — an AI-first generation that the world has never seen before.

I truly believe that one day you will become a source of pride and joy for many people around the world.

And selfishly, I also pray that you stay with us as part of our team, our family, and our students for the rest of my life — growing together, building together, laughing together, and creating joy together.

Never stop learning.
Never stop asking questions.
Never stop dreaming bigger than your fears.

Happy Birthday, Aaliyan.

May Allah bless you with wisdom, kindness, health, confidence, happiness, and a future brighter than you can currently imagine.

— ریحان اللہ والا

Police ka hay farz, Madad aap ki !

Impatience is built in our system, I hope that we can work on making each other more acceptable and respectful of each other !

Love is the answer not hate !

Please treat your police men with respect, kindness and I request police to do the same worh the citizens !

Story Post 10

Title: "The Wise Farmer"Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived a farmer named John. John was known throughout the village for his wisdom.One day, a young boy from the village approached John and asked, "What is the secret to your success, John? How do you always have a bountiful harvest?"John smiled and said, "Come with me, and I'll show you."He led the boy to his fields and handed him a small bag of seeds. "Plant these seeds wherever you like," John said. "But remember, every morning, water the seeds that you planted."The young boy eagerly went about planting the seeds in various places, just as John had instructed. He watered them diligently every morning, hoping for a quick and abundant harvest.However, days turned into weeks, and the boy's impatience grew. He asked John, "Why haven't my plants grown yet? I've been watering them every day."John replied, "Patience, my boy. Rome wasn't built in a day. Good things take time."Months passed, and eventually, the boy's plants began to sprout and grow into healthy crops. He had learned the lesson of patience and perseverance from John.The moral of the story: Success often requires patience and persistence. Just like a farmer must tend to their crops day after day, we must work consistently and patiently towards our goals to achieve success.I hope you find this story and its lesson valuable!

Altaf EducationWala
Samra Mukhtar ItWali

**The Gift of Patience**

Once, in a small village, there lived a young boy named Arif who was known for his impatience. One day, his grandmother told him a story: "Patience is like a tree with deep roots. It may take time to grow, but the strength it brings is unmatched."

Arif didn’t quite understand at first, but he decided to test her words. One day, while waiting for his food to cook, he sat quietly and waited patiently. To his surprise, the wait wasn’t as hard as he thought. In fact, he began to enjoy the calmness that came with patience.

Over time, Arif learned to be patient in all aspects of his life. He realized that by waiting patiently, things often turned out better than expected. The village people started noticing his transformation, and they admired his newfound wisdom.

**صبر کا تحفہ**

ایک چھوٹے سے گاؤں میں ایک نوجوان لڑکا عارف رہتا تھا، جو اپنی بے صبری کے لیے جانا جاتا تھا۔ ایک دن، اس کی دادی نے اسے ایک کہانی سنائی: "صبر ایک درخت کی طرح ہے جس کی جڑیں گہری ہوتی ہیں۔ یہ بڑھنے میں وقت لیتا ہے، لیکن جو طاقت یہ لاتا ہے وہ بے مثال ہوتی ہے۔"

عارف کو شروع میں یہ بات سمجھ میں نہیں آئی، لیکن اس نے اس کے الفاظ کو آزمانا فیصلہ کیا۔ ایک دن، جب وہ اپنے کھانے کے پکنے کا انتظار کر رہا تھا، وہ خاموشی سے بیٹھا اور صبر سے انتظار کیا۔ اس کی حیرت کی بات یہ تھی کہ انتظار اتنا مشکل نہیں تھا۔ دراصل، وہ اس سکون کا لطف اٹھانے لگا جو صبر کے ساتھ آتا تھا۔

وقت گزرنے کے ساتھ، عارف نے اپنی زندگی کے تمام پہلوؤں میں صبر کا مظاہرہ کرنا سیکھا۔ اس نے محسوس کیا کہ صبر کے ساتھ انتظار کرنے سے اکثر چیزیں بہتر ہوتی ہیں جیسے توقع کی گئی ہو۔ گاؤں کے لوگ اس کی تبدیلی کو دیکھ کر اس کی نئی حکمت کی تعریف کرنے لگے۔

Student: Rehan School
School: Level One.Five
Story Post Number: 186
Roll Number: 157