Since the advent of time, science has been at its work, bundles of theories have been made, laws have been passed, and each of its discoveries and inventions have had pros and cons. They bring about positive outcomes and yet, if used in a negative manner can be real destructive.
Take the example of nuclear power. Nuclear reactions release a million times more energy, as compared to hydro or wind energy. Hence, a large amount of electricity can be generated. Presently, 12-18% of the world's electricity is generated through nuclear energy.
The biggest advantage of this energy is that there is no release of greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide, methane, ozone, chlorofluorocarbon) during nuclear reaction, which are a major threat in the current scenario, as they cause global warming and climate change. As there is no emission of these gases during nuclear reaction, there is very little effect on the environment..
Nuclear reactors make use of uranium as fuel. Fission reaction of a small amount of uranium generates a large amount of energy. Currently, the high reserves of uranium found on Earth, are expected to last for another 100 years. High amount of energy can be generated from a single nuclear power plant. Also, nuclear fuel is inexpensive and easier to transport.
On the contrary… the results of wrong usage of such an immense power can be seen if we turn the pages of history… the world war 2… when Hiroshima and Nagasaki were bombed by American forces… this nuclear bomb marks a terrible history, causing deaths of more than 200,000 people and leaving a barren land with abnormalities for the generations to come. The Chernobyl disaster that occurred at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in 1986 in Ukraine, was the worst nuclear power plant disaster. One of the nuclear reactors of the plant exploded, releasing high amount of radiation in the environment. It resulted in thousands of casualties, mostly due to exposure to harmful radiation. One cannot deny the possibility of repetition of such disasters in future.
Such disastrous and heart rending effects still prevail and are remembered as one of the biggest tragedies that ever happened to humanity.
Every act has positive and negative aspects… Science has been a great help to mankind, since the Industrial revolution and even before, easing our lives by providing every kind of facility that is required by us. For example, computers, laptops, mobiles, web communication, internet, televisions, microwaves, washing machines, iron, solar paneling, wind turbines, electricity and much much more. Science, in the field of medicine also has done miracles by saving the lives of humans from the deadliest diseases like cancer, AIDS, Hepatitis, Tuberculosis, Chicken pox, Small pox, Measles, Rubella, Gastroenteritis etc. Another major contribution is the discovery of nanotechnology. Nanotechnology has certain types and all have brought about immense and dramatic changes in this world, in all fields. But, along with these advantages… science has also proved out to be destructive. It not only led to the invention of atomic bomb, but also cannons, shotguns, missiles, that all led to the world becoming greedy and trying to struggle to attain more power and become stronger. These inventions and discoveries of science made the world enter a race of terror, bloodshed and fighting to get to the top in power and ammunitions.
So, you see everything in this world from the smallest atom to the largest galaxies… from the negligible seed to the tallest trees, from pebbles to humungous mountains… each and everything has its own benefits and drawbacks. But, as humans, it is our duty, our first concern… to work for maintaining peace in this world. To be the well-wishers of mankind. To work for its protection, NOT for destruction. To keep it safe from every danger. To make this world one of the best places to live, from the whole universe. To endorse peace, love and hope. To condemn hatred, war and abhorrence. To use everything for the good and welfare of mankind. To bring out optimism in everything. To always look on the brighter side. To take advantage and restrain from the darker side of every discovery. To be the building blocks of peace. To use science and technology as an aid to world peace.
Even according to Quran, we are compelled to bring about peace in this world. Islam preaches peace, tolerance, kindheartedness, love and care. Quran is the only book that tells us to think and ponder over everything around us and science is the best way to do so. It is all about research and finding out what is happening around us. About problems and their solutions. About logic and reasoning. About knowing the right thing. About discovery. Quran, itself has a lot about such knowledge.. of science… embryology, astronomy etc. A Hadith goes like,” For every disease that God has sent, He has also sent down a cure.” Now, in the 21st century, all these things are proved and the need of maintaining peace has increased.
Islam has also emphasized on gaining knowledge… on learning, on knowing more about the universe and sharing the knowledge that one has. This emphasis is what has made Ibn e khaldoom the father of sociology and history, Ibn e farnas to make the first glider, Abu Rehan Al Berooni to make great contributions in the field of astronomy, mathematics and astrology, Ibn e Seena to come up with such detailed books on medicine which have been aught in the western universities for more than 700 years, Jabar Bin Hayan to bring about discovery of algebra, Ibn ul Haitham to write a book on eye and contribute in the field of light and Abu Al NAsar Al Farabi to considerably contribute to science, philosophy, logic, sociology, psychology, medicine, Maths and music. According to one Hadith, it is said ”Seek knowledge from cradle to grave.”
Muslims have always been masterminds and braniacs behind great, mind blowing architecture. Their dexterity can be clearly seen in the remarkable buildings that have been constructed so far… the symmetry of Taj Mahal, Badshahi Masjid, Lahore Fort and Shalimar Gardens. This knowledge led to maintenance of peace and harmony in Muslim states. Their washrooms were all set… with proper drainage system which was not even known to the west at that time. Their cities flourished because of cleanliness and proper settlements. And everything was at peace. Science brought about peace in their lives.
We, as humans, generally have a very greedy and selfish nature. We want what seems charming, what others have. We are always looking for getting power and the best of the best. We always think of our benefit whether it is something good or evil ,it doesn’t matter. But this shouldn’t be the case because we are all living in this one world and we will never have it replaced. We need to promote peace. It is not just responsibility it something we all must do.
So, lets all unite and promise that we will make use of everything in a positive manner, restrain from evil and try to be good human beings. Lets all promise to make this world a better place for our next generations to live. Come lets fall in love again… let's turn all the dirt in this world to shiny gold... May we succeed and accomplish our goal.
Take the example of nuclear power. Nuclear reactions release a million times more energy, as compared to hydro or wind energy. Hence, a large amount of electricity can be generated. Presently, 12-18% of the world's electricity is generated through nuclear energy.
The biggest advantage of this energy is that there is no release of greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide, methane, ozone, chlorofluorocarbon) during nuclear reaction, which are a major threat in the current scenario, as they cause global warming and climate change. As there is no emission of these gases during nuclear reaction, there is very little effect on the environment..
Nuclear reactors make use of uranium as fuel. Fission reaction of a small amount of uranium generates a large amount of energy. Currently, the high reserves of uranium found on Earth, are expected to last for another 100 years. High amount of energy can be generated from a single nuclear power plant. Also, nuclear fuel is inexpensive and easier to transport.
On the contrary… the results of wrong usage of such an immense power can be seen if we turn the pages of history… the world war 2… when Hiroshima and Nagasaki were bombed by American forces… this nuclear bomb marks a terrible history, causing deaths of more than 200,000 people and leaving a barren land with abnormalities for the generations to come. The Chernobyl disaster that occurred at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in 1986 in Ukraine, was the worst nuclear power plant disaster. One of the nuclear reactors of the plant exploded, releasing high amount of radiation in the environment. It resulted in thousands of casualties, mostly due to exposure to harmful radiation. One cannot deny the possibility of repetition of such disasters in future.
Such disastrous and heart rending effects still prevail and are remembered as one of the biggest tragedies that ever happened to humanity.
Every act has positive and negative aspects… Science has been a great help to mankind, since the Industrial revolution and even before, easing our lives by providing every kind of facility that is required by us. For example, computers, laptops, mobiles, web communication, internet, televisions, microwaves, washing machines, iron, solar paneling, wind turbines, electricity and much much more. Science, in the field of medicine also has done miracles by saving the lives of humans from the deadliest diseases like cancer, AIDS, Hepatitis, Tuberculosis, Chicken pox, Small pox, Measles, Rubella, Gastroenteritis etc. Another major contribution is the discovery of nanotechnology. Nanotechnology has certain types and all have brought about immense and dramatic changes in this world, in all fields. But, along with these advantages… science has also proved out to be destructive. It not only led to the invention of atomic bomb, but also cannons, shotguns, missiles, that all led to the world becoming greedy and trying to struggle to attain more power and become stronger. These inventions and discoveries of science made the world enter a race of terror, bloodshed and fighting to get to the top in power and ammunitions.
So, you see everything in this world from the smallest atom to the largest galaxies… from the negligible seed to the tallest trees, from pebbles to humungous mountains… each and everything has its own benefits and drawbacks. But, as humans, it is our duty, our first concern… to work for maintaining peace in this world. To be the well-wishers of mankind. To work for its protection, NOT for destruction. To keep it safe from every danger. To make this world one of the best places to live, from the whole universe. To endorse peace, love and hope. To condemn hatred, war and abhorrence. To use everything for the good and welfare of mankind. To bring out optimism in everything. To always look on the brighter side. To take advantage and restrain from the darker side of every discovery. To be the building blocks of peace. To use science and technology as an aid to world peace.
Even according to Quran, we are compelled to bring about peace in this world. Islam preaches peace, tolerance, kindheartedness, love and care. Quran is the only book that tells us to think and ponder over everything around us and science is the best way to do so. It is all about research and finding out what is happening around us. About problems and their solutions. About logic and reasoning. About knowing the right thing. About discovery. Quran, itself has a lot about such knowledge.. of science… embryology, astronomy etc. A Hadith goes like,” For every disease that God has sent, He has also sent down a cure.” Now, in the 21st century, all these things are proved and the need of maintaining peace has increased.
Islam has also emphasized on gaining knowledge… on learning, on knowing more about the universe and sharing the knowledge that one has. This emphasis is what has made Ibn e khaldoom the father of sociology and history, Ibn e farnas to make the first glider, Abu Rehan Al Berooni to make great contributions in the field of astronomy, mathematics and astrology, Ibn e Seena to come up with such detailed books on medicine which have been aught in the western universities for more than 700 years, Jabar Bin Hayan to bring about discovery of algebra, Ibn ul Haitham to write a book on eye and contribute in the field of light and Abu Al NAsar Al Farabi to considerably contribute to science, philosophy, logic, sociology, psychology, medicine, Maths and music. According to one Hadith, it is said ”Seek knowledge from cradle to grave.”
Muslims have always been masterminds and braniacs behind great, mind blowing architecture. Their dexterity can be clearly seen in the remarkable buildings that have been constructed so far… the symmetry of Taj Mahal, Badshahi Masjid, Lahore Fort and Shalimar Gardens. This knowledge led to maintenance of peace and harmony in Muslim states. Their washrooms were all set… with proper drainage system which was not even known to the west at that time. Their cities flourished because of cleanliness and proper settlements. And everything was at peace. Science brought about peace in their lives.
We, as humans, generally have a very greedy and selfish nature. We want what seems charming, what others have. We are always looking for getting power and the best of the best. We always think of our benefit whether it is something good or evil ,it doesn’t matter. But this shouldn’t be the case because we are all living in this one world and we will never have it replaced. We need to promote peace. It is not just responsibility it something we all must do.
So, lets all unite and promise that we will make use of everything in a positive manner, restrain from evil and try to be good human beings. Lets all promise to make this world a better place for our next generations to live. Come lets fall in love again… let's turn all the dirt in this world to shiny gold... May we succeed and accomplish our goal.
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