Editorial

Dear Friends,
Assalamu Alaikum. Hope you are keeping well. Eid is not just about new clothes, lavish feasts, or exchanging gifts—it is a reminder of generosity, compassion, and shared happiness. Yet, in societies divided by wealth and privilege, the true essence of Eid often gets lost in the glitter of personal celebrations.
The story of young Nasif serves as a powerful reflection of this reality. Born into luxury, he could have spent Eid indulging in extravagance. Instead, he chose to look beyond his comfort—to the streets where hunger and despair overshadowed the festive spirit. His journey from silent witness to active giver highlights an uncomfortable truth: our celebrations feel incomplete when others around us suffer.
Nasif’s confrontation with his father, a wealthy businessman, mirrors a larger societal dilemma. Many people consider their obligatory Zakat as fulfilling their duty, yet the growing inequality around us suggests otherwise. The question is not about how much one gives, but whether that giving truly reaches those in need. Eid is meant to be a day of joy for all Muslims, yet for many, it remains just another day of struggle.
The transformation of Mr. Karim—from an indifferent businessman to a man moved by his son’s selflessness—offers hope. It reminds us that compassion is not limited to the young; even the most hardened hearts can change when confronted with the raw reality of human suffering.
Dear Friends,
This Eid, let Nasif’s story also be a lesson for all of us to make a near flawless list of poor people so that we can share our happiness with the real poor. Let not our gifts and zakat fall in the wrong hands. Only then we can embrace the spirit of giving to proper people and enjoy Eid truly. Hope to return to you soon.