5 Quotes by Sulaiman Dawood

Chester, listen to me!” Uncle Jeff said, holding his face. “It’s a sacrifice, for God.”“This is so wrong!” Chester fought back.“Chester! Be quiet!” he heard his mother’s voice from the living room.“Believe me, Chester. The animal doesn’t feel a thing.” Uncle Jeff tried to calm him down. “Its soul departs for heaven even before the blade touches its skin.” he explained.“Nice way to rationalize murder,” said Chester, walking towards the stairs.

Every living thing deserves to be respected, taken care of and loved. Religious differences are but a mere way of one’s own choices. We breathe the same air, share the some food; cooking, it can be different. But fish is fish whether grilled, fried, or dropped in curry.

Spread joy. Become a beacon of hope and love. Settle down your differences and talk it out. Don’t let grievances spoil your faith and in turn spoil your heart.

Whether someone’s a Christian or a Jew or a Hindu or a Parsi, they are foremost a human being. And that entitles them to a morality and kindness.

You see Chester, being a Muslim is not just praying five times a day. There’s more to it than that.