WEAK CONSTRUCTION

The time it takes for children to build a sandcastle is even less than the time it takes for it to collapse. This example shows what a strong and stable life is compared to a life built on weak foundations.

When a house collapses during rain and storms, it is not the external storm that causes it to fall; instead, it is the house’s own weakness that brings it down. When storms arise, thatched roofs are blown away, but stone-built fortresses withstand the storms and remain standing.

Every person builds their life through their actions. However, there are two kinds of construction. One kind lacks a solid foundation and is built only on the surface. Such a life is always vulnerable to setbacks. Even a slight gust of resistance can shake it. It lacks stability and strength.

The other kind of life is one built on strong foundations, with all its parts made from solid materials. Such a life cannot be easily shaken. The opposition of enemies and their conspiracies only serve to prove its strength.

Building weak structures takes very little time, which is why people rush towards constructing weak structures. However, weak structures collapse daily and must be rebuilt daily. In contrast, a stable structure, once built, remains firmly in place for centuries. From a future perspective, the least amount of time is spent on constructing stable structures, but most people do not realize this truth.

If your aim is to build, then build a fortress, not a child’s sandcastle. Once built, you will have no complaints of oppression, for no tyrant will dare to attempt breaching your fortress. And if anyone tries, they will surely break their own head, but they will not succeed in destroying your fortress.