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“  In many Muslim cultures, when you want to ask them how they’re doing, you ask: in Arabic, Kayf haal-ik? or, in Persian, Haal-e shomaa chetoreh? How is your haal? What is this haal that you inquire about? It is the transient state of one’s heart. In reality, we ask, “How is your heart doing at this very moment, at this breath?” When I ask, “How are you?” that is really what I want to know. I am not asking how many items are on your to-do list, nor asking how many items are in your inbox. I want to know how your heart is doing, at this very moment. Tell me. Tell me your heart is joyous, tell me your heart is aching, tell me your heart is sad, tell me your heart craves a human touch. Examine your own heart, explore your soul, and then tell me something about your heart and your soul. Tell me you remember you are still a human being, not just a human doing. Tell me you’re more than just a machine, checking off items from your to-do list. Have that conversation, that glance, that touch. Be a healing conversation, one filled with grace and presence. Put your hand on my arm, look me in the eye, and connect with me for one second. Tell me something about your heart, and awaken my heart. Help me remember that I too am a full and complete human being, a human being who also craves a human touch.  ”  

— Omid Safi, The Disease of Being Busy
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“ In many Muslim cultures, when you want to ask them how

9 faves · 4 comments · Feb 14, 2015 12:34pm

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Abbbbby* · 9 years ago
It truly is <3
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GhostTown · 9 years ago
That is beautiful! I've been speaking Arabic my entire life and when I'd ask people how they were doing I never knew what I was actually asking them. This quote really shows how beautiful languages can be. I'm glad I came across this quote.
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Abbbbby* · 9 years ago
Exactly :D Languages are soo beautiful in sha Allah I want to learn as many as possible xD I'm glad u like it lovely :*
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