FROM THE CRADLE TO ETERNITY
Discovering The Purpose Of Life
Every man born into this world experiences two major experiences: those of life and death. If we contemplate these experiences seriously, we will uncover a profound reality: the settling of humanity on this world was not meant as a reward but rather as a test.
If a living human being were to emerge from a cave, where no living creature has previously entered, everyone would find it a breathtaking event. They would be left wondering how such a thing could occur. The birth of a live child, a daily occurrence, is equally awe-inspiring yet often overlooked.
Why is there this difference? The reason lies in the familiarity of the daily occurrence. People have become accustomed to this sight, taking it for granted and failing to contemplate its significance.
However, if we were to think about this matter seriously, we would discover the Creator in the act of Creation. Witnessing the birth of a living, conscious human being, capable of walking, seeing, and speaking, we would realize that every human child is a testament to the Creator’s existence. Each human being appears as a living introduction to our Creator.
Similarly, when a human being arrives on Earth, they find themselves enveloped in a comprehensive life support system. This system, without any cost, fulfils all their needs, both great and small. The Earth, the sun, and the moon all serve humanity in exceptional ways.
Then, the time comes when death draws near. By nature, humans desire an eternal life. Yet, within the span of a hundred years, every man and woman, against their will, must leave this world forever.
Every man born into this world experiences two major experiences: those of life and death. If we contemplate these experiences seriously, we will uncover a profound reality: the settling of humanity on this world was not meant as a reward but rather as a test.
Yet, despite the clarity of this reality, many continue to live without pausing to reflect. They become absorbed in the noise of daily life, chasing temporary gains while ignoring the eternal consequences. This negligence stems not from ignorance, but from a lack of serious thought. True wisdom lies in rising above routine and recognizing that life is not simply about comfort and consumption, but about consciously preparing for the moment when the test ends, and accountability begins. Those who think deeply will see every moment as an opportunity—to learn, to grow, and to align their lives with the truth before the final hour arrives.
In this present world, man feels a sense of freedom. This freedom is meant to help him discover who uses it wisely and who misuses it. It’s about finding a principled life and avoiding an unprincipled one.
If man thinks seriously, he’ll realize that death is the day he stands before his Creator. Man is an eternal creature, but his life is divided into two parts: the pre-death period and the post-death period.
The pre-death period is a test, while the post-death period is for reward or punishment, based on our deeds in this life. Today, we live as conscious beings, but this will end when we die. Our conscious existence will leave this temporary world and enter the next permanent one.
This is an unimaginably grave moment. After death, we’ll be resurrected during the second half of our lifespan. But all our material and worldly supports will be gone. Behind us will be the world we’ve lost forever, while before us will be the world where we must now live eternally. The wise person prepares for this day.
